The word "despatch" has been widely used in formal and military contexts throughout history. It implies both speed and efficiency in action or communication. The term remains common in logistics, journalism, and governmental communication.
despatch in English
- despatch⇄despatch, transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun. dispatch. ??noun despatcher.
despatch in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
despatch in Marathi मराठी
despatch in Sindhi سنڌي
despatch in Tamil தமிழ்
despatch
Part of Speech
Noun, Verb
Pronunciation
English: /dɪˈspætʃ/ (British), /dɪˈspætʃ/ (American)
Definitions
- (Noun) The act of sending someone or something to a destination or for a specific purpose.
- (Noun) An official report or message, particularly from a military or government source.
- (Verb) To send off quickly to a destination or for a purpose.
- (Verb) To deal with a task, problem, or opponent quickly and efficiently.
Usage Examples
- The despatch of goods was delayed due to weather conditions.
- The general received a despatch from headquarters.
- The courier despatched the package within the hour.
- The team despatched their opponents in record time.
Etymology
Derived from the Italian word dispacciare and Spanish despachar, meaning "to send away." First recorded usage in the early 17th century.
Synonyms
- Send
- Expedite
- Transmit
- Report
- Conclude
Antonyms
- Recall
- Retain
- Delay
- Procrastinate
Translations
| Language | Translations | Pronunciations |
|---|---|---|
| French | dépêche | /de.pɛʃ/ |
| Spanish | despacho | /desˈpatʃo/ |
| German | Absendung | /ˈapzɛndʊŋ/ |
| Hindi | प्रेषण | /preːʂaɳ/ |
| Tamil | அனுப்பல் | /aɳuppal/ |
| Russian | отправка | /ɐtˈpravkə/ |
| Arabic | إرسال | /ʔirsal/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 派遣 | /pàiqiǎn/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /dɪˈspætʃ/
- American English: /dɪˈspætʃ/
Historical Usage
Commonly used in military contexts during the 17th and 18th centuries, particularly for official reports or messages.
Cultural Nuances
In British English, "despatch" is an alternative spelling of "dispatch," though both are used interchangeably today.