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How do you spell Diplomacy?

Correct spelling

diplomacy

Remember DIPLOMA + CY: folded documents (diplomas) need diplomacy

Why is diplomacy spelled this way?

From Greek diploma, a folded document. DIPLOUS (double). Diplomacy originated with folded documents bearing official seals — negotiation conducted through carefully crafted papers.

Common misspellings of diplomacy

diplomancydipolomacydiplomasydiplomicy

Example

The ambassador's skilled diplomacy helped prevent the trade war between the two nations.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell diplomacy?+
The correct spelling is "diplomacy". Remember DIPLOMA + CY: folded documents (diplomas) need diplomacy
Is it diplomancy or diplomacy?+
The correct spelling is "diplomacy", not "diplomancy".

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