French word

consulat

Pronunciation

IPA/kɔ̃syla/

Meaning

  • masculine nounconsulate

Example

Je dois aller au consulat demain.

I have to go to the consulate tomorrow.

Illustration for consulat (consulate)

More examples

Nous avons pris rendez-vous au consulat pour renouveler notre passeport.

We made an appointment at the consulate to renew our passport.

Core concept

A national service office abroad that represents its country and handles citizens' official needs.

Common phrases

  • contacter le consulat

    contact the consulate

  • faire une demande au consulat

    submit an application to the consulate

Similar words

ambassade: A country's official diplomatic mission handling political relations with the host country.
consulat général: A larger consular office in one city providing services across a broad area.
mairie: A local government office handling civic administration and resident services.
préfecture: A regional government office handling immigration status and national administrative procedures.

Definition in French

Local ou institution représentant les services consulaires d'un pays, destiné à aider ses citoyens à l'étranger et à traiter leurs documents officiels.

Word origin

French consulat comes from Latin consulatus, meaning the office or duties of a consul, from consul.

Usage tips

  • Consulat is masculine, so the usual phrase is le consulat and à + le becomes au in aller au consulat.

Related words

  • consulaireconsularadjective

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