dealmaker

IPA/ˈdiːlmeɪkə(r)/
KK[dˈilmˌekɚ]IPA/ˈdiːlmeɪkər/

dealmaker — noun

1. a person whose job or reputation involves arranging major business or political

1.名詞B2
釋義

a person whose job or reputation involves arranging major business or political agreements between companies, governments, or other large groups

例句

Layla earned a reputation as a skilled dealmaker in the semiconductor industry.

reputation as a [adjective] dealmaker in [industry]

The government brought in an experienced dealmaker to lead the trade negotiations.

brought in a dealmaker to [verb phrase]

同義詞
  • negotiator

    broader term; a negotiator may handle any kind of bargaining, while a dealmaker specifically closes major agreements

  • broker

    more common in finance and real estate; a broker typically works on commissions, whereas a dealmaker may operate more broadly

  • mediator

    emphasises neutrality; a dealmaker often represents one side and actively pushes for a result

文法句型

dealmaker + for [organization / field]

dealmaker + between [groups]

用法筆記

Often modified by adjectives such as 'skilled', 'experienced', 'seasoned', or 'shrewd'. Typically used in business and political contexts rather than personal or everyday situations.

常見錯誤

He acted as a dealmaker between the two sides without taking a position.
He acted as a mediator between the two sides without taking a position.
💡A dealmaker is expected to help craft and close agreements, not just facilitate neutral communication.
She is a dealmaker who buys and sells houses.
She is a real estate agent who buys and sells houses.
💡'Dealmaker' implies large-scale business or political negotiations, not routine transactions.