announcement - Master This Word
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announcement Word Meanings
- a public declaration or statement
- the act of making something known
- written or spoken information about something
announcement Example Sentences
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announcement Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/əˈnaʊnsmənt/
US
/əˈnaʊnsmənt/
announcement Word Etymology
announce = ad- (to) + nuntiare (report) from Latin. Historical origin: Latin → Old French → English. Memory image: Imagine a person stepping onto a stage to 'proclaim' a significant news, capturing the attention of the audience.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
First I grip the mic, then push the button and step to the center. The room quiets as I hold the gaze and let the first words land, turning the murmurs into a clear announcement. I feel the shift in attention, a little ache of nerves followed by relief as the message moves through the crowd. In real life, this simple act sets the tone for what follows and keeps everyone on the same page.
Real Context
An announcement is a public declaration or statement intended to inform people about something important, such as news, events, or policy changes. It can be spoken, written, or posted publicly. In everyday use, you hear announcements on a school PA system, via a press release, or on social media. The word emphasizes formality and official communication more than casual chatter; you often say 'make an announcement' or 'issue an announcement.' The verb is announce; the noun becomes announcement. A memory image is a speaker on a podium calling attention to a new development.
Usage Reminders
- Use 'announcement' for formal statements or notices.
- Say 'make an announcement' or 'issue an announcement.'
- It is different from a casual 'news' item or rumor.
- It can be spoken, written, or posted publicly.
- Always include who is making the announcement when possible.
Common Misconceptions
- It is the same as 'news' or a rumor.
- It must be a government or corporate statement; individuals don't issue announcements.
- It only refers to written notices, not spoken ones.
- It describes a detailed news story rather than a formal statement.
- The verb form 'announce' can be used as a noun in modern English.
Thinking Differences
Explain to an English speaker (meta, keep short)
Learning Tips
- Link announcing with verbs: make, issue, deliver, publish.
- Practice formal contexts: school, government, corporate.
- Differentiate announcement from news or rumor.
- Use collocations like 'press announcement' or 'public announcement'.
- Memorize common phrasings: 'We would like to announce' and 'an official announcement'.
- Listen for formal tone in announcements to mirror in your own speaking.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'announcement'?
A.An argument
B.A private message
C.An opinion
D.A statement made publicly
Step 2: Usage
How is the word 'announcement' used in a sentence?
A.I had an announcement with my friend.
B.He kept the announcement to himself.
C.She made an announcement about the new project.
D.The announcement was just an idea.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is similar to 'announcement'?
A.Concealment
B.Silence
C.Declaration
D.Disturbance
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'announcement'?
A.Confession
B.Secrecy
C.Whisper
D.Proclamation
Step 5: Mastery
In what real-life context would you expect to hear the word 'announcement'?
A.Family dinner
B.Library
C.Beach vacation
D.School assembly
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