announcing

word · lemma: announce

/əˈnaʊnsɪŋ/
uh-NOWN-sing
/ɐnˈaʊnsɪŋ/
uh-NOWN-sing

Definition

Announcing means formally or publicly telling people about something new or important.

Usage & Nuances

Used for formal occasions or official news, such as 'announcing a decision' or 'announcing a winner.' Common mistake: confusing casual 'telling' with formal 'announcing.' Often followed by what is being shared ('announcing the results').

Example Sentences

She is announcing the results now.

basic

They are announcing a new product next week.

basic

The principal is announcing the winners at the ceremony.

basic

We’ll be announcing our plans in a press release tomorrow.

natural

Instead of just announcing, he explained all the details first.

natural

Social media has made announcing events much easier.

natural