abgesagt
Translation
cancelled, called off
Examples
Das Konzert wurde abgesagt.
The concert was cancelled.
Der Termin ist leider abgesagt.
The appointment is unfortunately cancelled.
Grammar Patterns
sth. is cancelled sth. is cancelled The trip is cancelled.
sth. was cancelled sth. was cancelled The meeting was cancelled.
Similar Words
Synonyms: annulliert, storniert; Antonyms: zugesagt, bestätigt
Etymology
From 'ab-' (off, away) + 'sagen' (to say). Literally 'to say off', meaning to decline or cancel.
Memory Tips
Think of 'saying' something is 'off' the calendar. 'Ab' often implies removal or separation.