Meaning
特使 refers to a diplomat or representative sent on a special mission, typically by a government or international organization. This person has a specific mandate or task, often related to diplomatic negotiations, peace talks, or important international affairs. The term carries an official, formal tone and is commonly seen in news reports about international relations.
Usage
This word is primarily used in formal, diplomatic, and journalistic contexts. It appears frequently in news about international relations, peace negotiations, or crisis management. Native speakers use it when discussing high-level diplomatic missions rather than routine diplomatic work. It's not used in casual conversation unless specifically discussing current affairs.
Examples
- 01联合国派出特使前往该地区进行斡旋。.The United Nations dispatched a special envoy to the region for mediation.
- 02总统任命他为气候变化特使。.The president appointed him as special envoy for climate change.
Characters
Measure words
- 位一位特使
- 名三名特使
Common collocations
- 派遣特使to dispatch a special envoy
- 联合国特使UN special envoy
- 和平特使peace envoy
- 总统特使presidential special envoy
Origin
The word combines 特 (special, particular) with 使 (envoy, ambassador), literally meaning 'special envoy.' The character 使 has been used for diplomatic representatives in Chinese since ancient times.