Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Ankündigung | /ˈankʏndɪɡʊŋ/ | feminine |
| Bekanntmachung | feminine |
An Ankündigung is used to describe an announcement or notification that something is about to happen or is forthcoming.
What does it mean word for word?
The word Ankündigung is built from the prefix an- (at/to), the verb künden (to proclaim/announce) and the suffix -ung (which turns a verb into a noun).
Which one should you use?
While Ankündigung refers to a notification of something coming, Bekanntmachung is used for a formal or official announcement, such as a public notice or a government decree. Additionally, if you are referring to a public address or a broadcasted announcement, the term Durchsage is used.
How does it change in a sentence?
Both Ankündigung and Bekanntmachung are feminine nouns. The plural of Ankündigung is die Ankündigungen, and the plural of Bekanntmachung is die Bekanntmachungen.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈankʏndɪɡʊŋ/
Did you know?
- The word Ankündigung shares its root with the English word 'cunning', as both stem from the concept of 'knowing' or 'knowledge'.
- A Bekanntmachung is often legally required to be posted on a physical notice board in a town hall to be considered valid, rather than just being sent via email or post.
- The root künden in Ankündigung is an archaic form of 'to proclaim' and is still found in the word 'Kunde', which means 'customer' (one who has heard the news).
Examples in context
- Tom lauschte der Ankündigung.Tom listened to the announcement.This sentence shows how someone might listen to an Ankündigung.Tatoeba #2817220 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #2642096 by CK
- Ich möchte eine Ankündigung machen.I'd like to make an announcement.This sentence is useful for expressing the desire to make an Ankündigung.Tatoeba #12957333 by mhr, translation #12994420 by CK
- Ich wünsche eine Ankündigung zu machen.I wish to make an announcement.This sentence is useful for expressing the wish to make an Ankündigung.Tatoeba #12995764 by Waldelfe, translation #12994419 by CK
- Die Ankündigung des Firmenevents wird in Kürze veröffentlicht.The announcement of the company event will be published shortly.
- Die Bekanntgabe der Gewinner erfolgt während der Preisverleihung.The declaration of the winners will take place during the award ceremony.
- Hast du schon die Mitteilung über das Treffen am Wochenende gehört?Have you heard the news about the meeting this weekend?
- Die Durchsage am Bahnhof informierte uns über die Zugverspätung.The announcement at the train station informed us about the train delay.
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Example conversation
Maximilian and Hannah are waiting for a train at the station.
- MaximilianHast du die Ankündigung gehört?Did you hear the announcement?
- HannahNein, was wurde gesagt, Maximilian?No, what was said, Maximilian?
- MaximilianDie Ankündigung sagte, der Zug hat Verspätung.The announcement said the train is delayed.
- HannahOh nein, das ist wirklich ärgerlich.Oh no, that is really annoying.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “announcement” translations and entries Ankündigung, Bekanntmachung, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Ankündigung, Bekanntmachung, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
