Intermediary Meaning in English
word
ˌɪnɝˈmidiɛɹi/, /ˌɪntɝˈmidiɛɹi
in-ter-MEE-dee-er-ee
ˌɪntəmˈiːdiːəɹi
in-tuh-MEE-dee-uh-ree
Definition
A person or organization that acts as a link between two other parties, helping them communicate or do business.
Usage & Nuances
Used in business, law, and diplomacy. More formal than 'middleman,' with a neutral or positive tone. Common in phrases like 'act as an intermediary.' Not always about profit—can refer to mediators or facilitators.
Spanish: intermediario - mediadorPortuguese (BR): intermediário - mediadorPortuguese (PT): intermediário - mediadorChinese (Simplified): 中间人 - 中介Chinese (Traditional): 中間人 - 中介Hindi: मध्यस्थ - बिचौलियाArabic: وسيطBengali: মধ্যস্থ - মধ্যবর্তীRussian: посредникJapanese: 仲介者 - 仲介機関Vietnamese: người trung gianKorean: 중개자 - 중간자Turkish: aracıUrdu: درمیانی - ثالثIndonesian: perantara
Example Sentences
The company used an intermediary to communicate with their new partner.
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She acted as an intermediary during the negotiations.
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Banks often serve as an intermediary between buyers and sellers.
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We need an intermediary to help us sort out this dispute.
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Rather than talking directly, they always use an intermediary.
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You don’t need an intermediary—just message her yourself.
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