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Describes an event, action, or piece of information that was made known or communicated in advance.
Die angekündigte Preiserhöhung tritt ab dem ersten des nächsten Monats in Kraft.
The announced price increase takes effect from the first of next month.
'Angekündigt' (announced) is the past participle of the separable verb 'ankündigen' (to announce). It is very often used like a normal adjective before a noun or after a verb such as 'sein' (to be).
Der angekündigte Sturm war zum Glück nicht so stark.
Fortunately, the announced storm was not that strong.
The phrase 'Wie angekündigt, ...' (as announced, ...) is a very common way to begin a sentence. It refers to information that is already known. The verb of the main clause follows directly after the comma.
Wie angekündigt, beginnt die Prüfung um 9 Uhr.
As announced, the exam begins at 9 o'clock.
The adjective often describes official plans, events, or information. Typical nouns are 'Besuch' (visit), 'Änderung' (change), 'Maßnahme' (measure), 'Reform' (reform), or 'Streik' (strike).
Die angekündigten Maßnahmen sollen die Wirtschaft stärken.
The announced measures are intended to strengthen the economy.
