transmission / transfer
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broadcast
The broadcasting of content via radio, television, or the internet so that it can be received by a wide audience.
Millionen von Zuschauern verfolgten die Live-Übertragung des WM-Finales.
Millions of viewers watched the live broadcast of the World Cup final.
'Übertragung' is the nominalization of the verb 'übertragen' (to transfer / transmit). The ending '-ung' forms feminine nouns from verbs. The basic meaning 'to bring something from A to B' appears in all its meanings.
Die Übertragung der Verantwortung an das neue Team verlief reibungslos.
The transfer of responsibility to the new team went smoothly.
To specify what is being transferred or transmitted, German very often uses the preposition 'von' followed by a noun in the dative.
Der Arzt sprach über die Übertragung von Infektionskrankheiten.
The doctor spoke about the transmission of infectious diseases.
In the context of media such as television, radio, or the internet, 'Übertragung' means the broadcast of a program. Signal words here are 'live', 'Sendung' (program / broadcast), 'Spiel' (game), or 'Konzert' (concert).
Die Übertragung des Fußballspiels wurde wegen eines Unwetters unterbrochen.
The broadcast of the football match was interrupted because of a storm.
In scientific or technical texts, 'Übertragung' refers to the transmission of diseases, data, or energy. Pay attention to words like 'Viren' (viruses), 'Datenpakete' (data packets), or 'Wärme' (heat).
Die schnelle Datenübertragung ist für unsere Firma sehr wichtig.
Fast data transmission is very important for our company.
When legal or financial topics are involved, 'Übertragung' means the transfer of property, rights, or duties. Typical words in this context are 'Notar' (notary), 'Grundstück' (plot of land / property), or 'Aufgaben' (tasks).
Für die Übertragung des Hauses ist ein Notartermin notwendig.
A notary appointment is necessary for the transfer of the house.
program / shipment
'die Sendung' and 'die Übertragung' can both have to do with television, radio, or the internet. 'Sendung' refers more to the program itself, that is, the content you see or hear. 'Übertragung' refers more to the process of that content being broadcast live or technically transmitted to the audience. They can be confused because you hear both in connection with media. For a crime show or a TV show, you usually say 'Sendung'; for a football match or concert that is shown live, 'Übertragung' often sounds more precise.
Zur Übertragung des Finales kamen viele Fans in die Sporthalle.
Many fans came to the sports hall for the broadcast of the final.
Nach dem Frühstück hört Herr Schneider eine Sendung über Musik im Radio.
After breakfast, Mr. Schneider listens to a program about music on the radio.