‘传达’ is a transitive verb meaning ‘to convey’ or ‘to communicate’—especially information, instructions, messages, or feelings from one person or group to another. The first character 传 (chuán) means ‘to transmit’ or ‘to pass on’, while 达 (dá) means ‘to reach’ or ‘to arrive at’. Together, they emphasize the complete process: not just sending, but ensuring the message successfully reaches its intended recipient. It’s commonly used in formal, professional, or organizational contexts—such as relaying orders in a workplace, sharing announcements in meetings, or reporting news.

This word carries a neutral-to-formal register and often implies intentionality and responsibility: the speaker or agent actively bridges a communication gap. Unlike more casual verbs like 说 (shuō, ‘to say’) or 告诉 (gàosu, ‘to tell’), 传达 suggests structure, authority, or official duty—think of a manager conveying policy changes or a teacher passing along school directives. It rarely appears in intimate or emotional exchanges unless emphasizing clarity and fidelity of transmission.