Spanish word

anuncio

Pronunciation

IPA/aˈnunθjo/

Meaning

  • masculine nounad

Example

Vi un anuncio en la televisión sobre ese producto.

I saw an ad on television about that product.

Illustration for anuncio (ad)

More examples

Recibí un anuncio en el correo sobre una oferta de empleo.

I received an advertisement in the mail about a job opening.

Core concept

Brief promotional or informational notice seen on posters, web pages, or broadcasts.

Common phrases

  • poner un anuncio

    run an ad

  • anuncio publicitario

    advertisement

  • anuncio de empleo

    job advertisement

Similar words

publicidad: Business activity that creates ads and campaigns to raise public awareness of products or services.
aviso: Concise public notice in shops or stations that informs customers or gives warnings.
folleto: Single-sheet or folded flyer in stores that explains products and highlights discounts.
cartel: Eye-catching poster on streets or shop fronts that advertises a product or event.

Definition in Spanish

Aviso público breve que informa o promociona productos, servicios o eventos.

Word origin

From Latin annuntiare 'to announce', the Spanish noun comes to mean a short public or commercial notice.

Usage tips

  • Although similar to English announcement, anuncio frequently means an advertisement or commercial in everyday Spanish, so context determines whether it translates as 'announcement' or 'ad'.

Other meanings

  • noticenoun
  • announcementnoun

Related words

  • anunciarannounceverb
  • anuncianteadvertisernoun
  • anunciadoadvertisedadjective

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