Legal Definitions - embassy

An embassy is a special building where a group of people from one country work to represent their country in another country. The group is led by an ambassador, who is like the leader of the group. The embassy is like the official home or office of the ambassador.

For example, the United States has an embassy in London, England. The embassy is a big building with many rooms where American diplomats work. They help Americans who are visiting or living in England, and they also work with the British government to make sure that the United States and England have good relations.

Another example is the Chinese embassy in Washington, D.C. The embassy is a big, beautiful building with a Chinese-style gate and a large courtyard. Inside, there are many offices where Chinese diplomats work. They help Chinese people who are visiting or living in the United States, and they also work with the American government to make sure that China and the United States have good relations.

These examples show how embassies are important for countries to communicate and work together. They also show how embassies can be like a home away from home for people who are living or traveling in a foreign country.