deputation in English
- deputation⇄deputation, noun.
1. a group of persons sent to represent others; delegation.
Ex. The factory workers appointed a deputation of their fellows to bargain for higher pay.
2. the act of deputing.
Ex. The deputation of committee funct
deputation in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
deputation in Maithili মৈথিলী
deputation in Marathi मराठी
deputation in Sindhi سنڌي
deputation in Telugu తెలుగు
deputation in Urdu اُردُو
Deputation
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/ˌdɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/
Definitions
- The act of appointing a person or group to represent others.
- A group of people chosen to represent a larger body in a specific matter.
- The assignment of a task or responsibility to a deputy or representative.
Usage Examples
- The city council sent a deputation to negotiate with the mayor.
- A deputation of students met with the principal to discuss the new rules.
- His deputation to the committee was a sign of trust in his abilities.
Etymology
Derived from Latin deputatio ("appointment, delegation"), from deputare ("to assign, appoint").
Synonyms
- Delegation
- Representation
- Commission
Antonyms
- Retention
- Exclusion
- Dismissal
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Deputation | /de.pu.taˈθjon/ (Spain), /de.pu.taˈsjon/ (Latin America) |
| French | Députation | /de.py.ta.sjɔ̃/ |
| German | Abordnung | /ˈapˌʔoʁdnʊŋ/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 代表团 (dàibiǎo tuán) | /tai̯˥˩ pjaʊ˨˩˦ tʰwan˧˥/ |
| Hindi | प्रतिनिधिमंडल (Pratinidhi Mandal) | /prət̪ɪ.nɪ.d̪ʰɪ.mʌɳ.ɖʌl/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /ˌdɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/
- American English: /ˌdɛpjəˈteɪʃən/
- Australian English: /ˌdɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/
Historical Usage
The term "deputation" has been widely used in political and administrative contexts, referring to official representatives or delegates acting on behalf of a group.
Cultural Nuances
In some cultures, deputations play an important role in negotiations and diplomatic affairs. They are often seen as intermediaries who facilitate decision-making and conflict resolution.
More Information
Deputation is a key concept in governance, diplomacy, and organizational structures, ensuring that decisions and responsibilities can be effectively delegated to suitable representatives.