noun
Refers to the person or side that receives something, such as a message, broadcast, or object. Often contrasted with 送り手 (sender).
情報の受け手によって解釈が変わる。
Interpretation varies depending on the receiver of the information.
テレビ番組は受け手のニーズを考えて作られる。
TV programs are made with the audience's needs in mind.
送り手 is the sender or provider, while 受け手 is the receiver or recipient.
Compound of 受け (uke, 'receiving') + 手 (te, 'person').