Spanish Conversation · Level 69
60 words
Spanish word
pregonar
Pronunciation
IPA/pɾeɣoˈnaɾ/
Meaning
- verbannounce
Example
El ayuntamiento pregonó el cierre de la calle mañana.
The city hall announced the street would be closed tomorrow.
More examples
No hace falta pregonar tus logros para que te valoren.
You don't need to publicize your achievements for people to value you.
Core concept
Town crier calling out a public announcement in a plaza.
Common phrases
pregonar en redes sociales
publicize on social media
pregonar a los cuatro vientos
shout from the rooftops
Similar words
anunciar: Clearly states information or news so the content is unmistakable.
proclamar: Formally declares something in public, often as an official or solemn announcement.
vocear: Calls out loudly in the street to attract attention, often to sell or advertise.
publicar: Makes information available to the public through written or broadcast media.
Definition in Spanish
Hacer público un hecho, una noticia o un anuncio, a menudo en voz alta o con énfasis.
Word origin
From medieval Spanish pregón 'public proclamation', ultimately from Latin praeco 'town crier', originally naming the act of making announcements in streets and markets.
Usage tips
- Usually implies a public, often loud or emphatic announcement and can be used figuratively to mean loudly advertising or boasting (e.g., pregonar virtudes).