Összejövetel

Összejövetel is a Hungarian noun that denotes an assembly or gathering of people for a common purpose. The term typically refers to a planned event with a defined agenda, a specific time and place, and often formal procedures such as documentation of decisions and minutes. It can describe meetings of organizations, associations, companies (for example a general meeting or a board meeting), as well as community, cultural, or public gatherings focused on discussion, decision-making, or celebration.

Etymology: It originates from the verb összejön, meaning to come together, with a nominal suffix that forms an event noun. The word conveys a sense of arranging or convening people for a particular objective.

Usage and nuance: In everyday use, összejövetel is relatively formal or neutral. It is distinct from gyülekezés, which more commonly refers to a crowd assembled for a spontaneous or less formal purpose, such as a protest or rally, and may carry connotations of gathering rather than a structured event. Synonyms or closely related terms include tanácskozás (deliberation), közgyűlés (general meeting, especially of a member organization), and konferencia (conference), depending on context.

Common contexts include corporate governance (general meetings of shareholders or members), municipal or association meetings, cultural or religious assemblies, and other organized events where participants discuss topics, make decisions, or celebrate. Typical features of an összejövetel are an agenda, a chair or moderator, attendance records or minutes, and procedures for discussion and voting.