die Durchsage, -n
announcement
Eine kurze Mitteilung, die über Lautsprecher oder ein anderes System an viele Menschen weitergegeben wird.
Definition & meaning
A Durchsage is an announcement or a public address delivered via a technical system, such as a loudspeaker or a public address system. It is commonly used to convey information to a larger group of people in a specific location.
- Public transport: Announcements at train stations or airports regarding departures, arrivals, or delays.
- Retail/Events: Announcements in supermarkets, department stores, or at sports events, often used to call for staff or provide updates to customers.
Grammar & Word origin
The word is a feminine noun (die Durchsage; plural: die Durchsagen).
It is a compound word derived from:
The etymological sense is "saying something through" (a medium, like a microphone or system).
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Ansage : A general term for an announcement.
- Bekanntmachung : A formal notification or publication.
- Mitteilung : A general communication or message.
- Lautsprecherdurchsage : Specifically an announcement made over a loudspeaker.
Antonyms: There are no direct antonyms for this term, as it refers to a specific method of communication. However, in the context of communication, one might contrast it with:
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Examples
Die Durchsage am Bahnhof war sehr deutlich.noun
The announcement at the train station was very clear.
Eine Durchsage lässt die Passagiere aufhorchen.noun
An announcement makes the passengers sit up and take notice.
Eine Durchsage informierte über die Verspätung.noun
An announcement informed about the delay.
Lautsprecher übertragen eine wichtige Durchsage.noun
Loudspeakers transmit an important announcement.
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