angekündigt
Translation
announced, declared, advertised
Examples
Der angekündigte Gast ist noch nicht da.
The announced guest is not here yet.
Die Änderungen wurden lange vorher angekündigt.
The changes were announced long in advance.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is announced sth. is announced The date has already been announced.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bekannt gegeben, gemeldet; Antonyms: verschwiegen, geheim gehalten
Etymology
From 'an-' (towards) + 'kündigen' (to make known, from 'Kunde' meaning news/knowledge). Literally, to bring news towards someone.
Memory Tips
Think of 'announcing' something to a 'Kunde' (customer) on a notice board.