Hatókör

Hatókör is a Hungarian noun that denotes the extent of reach, influence, or applicability of something. It is used to describe the boundaries within which a rule, policy, device, or person has effect, as well as the scope of responsibility or competence of an authority. The term can refer to physical, technical, organizational, or conceptual ranges.

In legal and organizational contexts, hatókör refers to the jurisdiction or area within which an entity can exercise authority or make decisions. It defines tasks, powers, and accountability, helping to delineate who is empowered to act in a given situation and where formal responsibilities begin or end.

In technical and scientific contexts, hatókör describes the operating range or field of influence of a system or device. Examples include the hatókör of a sensor, the communication range of a radio, or the functional scope of software features. The precise hatókör often depends on design parameters, environmental conditions, and configuration.

In everyday language, hatókör can concern the scope of an individual’s knowledge, influence, or activities. For instance, discussions may address what topics fall within a person’s hatókör or which aspects lie outside it.

Etymology and variation: hatókör combines ható- “to have effect” with kör “circle, range.” Related terms include hatáskör, which denotes formal authority or competence, while hatókör emphasizes the broader scope or reach rather than official power alone.