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English

consultancy

|con-sul-tan-cy|

B2

/kənˈsʌltənsi/

expert advice

Etymology
Etymology Information

'consultancy' originates from the Latin word 'consultare,' meaning 'to consult or deliberate.'

Historical Evolution

'consultare' transformed into the French word 'consulter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'consult' through Middle English, leading to the formation of 'consultancy.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to deliberate or discuss,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'providing expert advice.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a professional practice that provides expert advice in a particular field, especially business or finance.

The company hired a consultancy to improve its marketing strategy.

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Noun 2

the position or role of a consultant.

She took on a consultancy role after retiring from her full-time job.

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Last updated: 2025/05/24 10:53