Közleményt

Közleményt is the accusative form of közlemény in Hungarian, meaning an official public statement or communiqué issued by an organization to inform the public or the media. It is commonly used in journalism, public administration, and corporate communication. A közlemény is designed to convey information in a concise, formal, and verifiable manner, and is distinct from a personal statement (nyilatkozat) or from marketing materials, although press releases are often referred to simply as közlemény.

Content and structure typically follow a formal format. A közlemény usually lists the issuing organization, the date and location, a headline or subject line, and a clear, factual body text. It may include quotes from representatives, a brief background, and contact information for media inquiries. The tone is objective, focusing on verifiable facts and, when appropriate, including a short boilerplate describing the organization.

Usage and dissemination vary by context. Organizations issue közlemény to announce events, clarify positions, respond to incidents, or provide updates on policy or operations. They are distributed to journalists, posted on official websites, and shared via email lists and social media. In Hungarian media practice, sajtóközlemény refers specifically to press releases intended for media outlets.

Etymology and terminology: közlemény comes from kö- “to publish” plus the suffix -mény, with the accusative form being közleményt. The term encompasses a range of formal public statements used to inform or address the public and media.