közvetítés

Közvetítés is a Hungarian noun meaning the act of transmitting or relaying something from one entity to another. It can refer to the transmission of signals, information, or events, and may be literal or figurative, such as facilitating contact between parties. The word stems from közvetítő, mediator or intermediary.

In media and broadcasting, közvetítés denotes the distribution of content from a source to an audience—live or recorded. Examples include television or radio broadcasts, online streaming, and the relay of events by a broadcaster. The broadcaster or platform acts as a middleman, ensuring the content reaches viewers or listeners.

In telecommunications and networks, közvetítés describes forwarding or relaying data, including broadcast at the network level. It can refer to repeaters, relays, or infrastructure that makes a signal available beyond its origin.

In legal, diplomatic, or organizational contexts, közvetítés means mediation by a third party to resolve disputes. The mediator facilitates dialogue and negotiates terms, while decisions are typically made by the parties involved.

In business, közvetítés denotes intermediation services provided by brokers or agents—such as real estate mediation, insurance or financial brokerage, or market access facilitation. The service connects buyers and sellers or enables transactions.

See also related terms such as közvetítő (mediator), közvetítéses szolgáltatások (intermediary services), and concepts of broadcasting, relay, and mediation.