Announcement
Noun
UK
/əˈnaʊns.mənt/
US
/əˈnaʊns.mənt/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
A formal or public statement to give information.
Example
"There was an announcement over the school speaker."
"The airline made an announcement about the flight delay."
"His promotion announcement surprised everyone at the meeting."
Explanation
An announcement is a piece of news or information that someone shares with others, usually in a formal or public way. It could be about a wedding, a meeting, a new product, or important rules. Announcements are made to make sure everyone knows the same thing. You might hear announcements in schools, airports, or workplaces.