consolato
consulate
noun kon-soh-LAH-toh Rare
Origin: From Latin consulatus (office of consul), from consul.
Usage Note
Consolato is the diplomatic office of a foreign country, subordinate to an ambasciata (embassy). Italians say andare al consolato to renew a passport abroad. Do not confuse with console (the consul, the official).
Examples
"Ho rinnovato il passaporto al consolato italiano."
Natural Translation
I renewed my passport at the Italian consulate.
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