Definition

A person who acts as an interpreter or guide, especially in regions where Arabic, Turkish, or Persian is spoken.

Example

The dragoman helped us communicate with the locals during our trip to Turkey.

Conversation

I just learned that a dragoman can help you navigate in foreign countries.

Really? That sounds useful, especially when traveling.

Yeah, especially in places where they speak Arabic or Turkish.

For sure! Having a good dragoman can make the experience so much better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dragoman → The word originates from Arabic "tarjumān" (meaning interpreter or translator), which itself comes from the root "tarjama" (meaning to translate). A dragoman is thus an interpreter or translator, especially in a diplomatic context.

Memory Tip

Think of an interpreter who helps people communicate across languages — that's what a dragoman does, as the word comes from the Arabic term for translator.

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