ansagen
announce
Etwas öffentlich mitteilen, zum Beispiel was als Nächstes passiert oder was geplant ist.
The German word "ansagen" is a verb that means "to announce" or "to proclaim." It is composed of the prefix "an" and the verb "sagen," which means "to say." "Ansagen" is typically used in contexts where information is being publicly shared or declared, such as on the radio, television, or at events.
Similar words in German include "ankündigen" (to announce), "melden" (to report), and "durchsagen" (to broadcast).
Difference:
- "Ansagen" often implies a more formal or official announcement, such as those made by a speaker or announcer.
- "Ankündigen" typically indicates an upcoming event or plan that is being made known in advance.
- "Melden" is broader and can refer to any report or notification, whether formal or informal.
- "Durchsagen" suggests a broadcasted announcement, often over a public address system or in media like radio and TV.
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Examples
Der Zugführer sagt die nächste Station an.verb
The train conductor announces the next station.
Sie sagt das Programm an.verb
She announces the program.
Der Lautsprecher wird die nächste Station ansagen.verb
The loudspeaker will announce the next station.
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