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advertisement
A short published text in a newspaper, magazine, or on a website to sell, search for, or announce something. A synonym of classified ad or ad.
Ich habe eine Anzeige in der Zeitung aufgegeben, um mein altes Fahrrad zu verkaufen.
I placed an advertisement in the newspaper to sell my old bike.
police report
The official report of a crime to the police or another authority.
Nach dem Diebstahl seines Portemonnaies erstattete er sofort Anzeige bei der Polizei.
After his wallet was stolen, he immediately filed a police report.
display
The visual presentation of information on an electronic device, for example on a screen or display.
Die Anzeige auf meinem Handy zeigt, dass der Akku fast leer ist.
The display on my phone shows that the battery is almost empty.
indication
A sign or symptom that points to a particular condition or development. Often used in medical or technical contexts.
Ein plötzlicher Leistungsabfall des Motors ist eine klare Anzeige für ein technisches Problem.
A sudden drop in engine performance is a clear indication of a technical problem.
The noun 'die Anzeige' (advertisement/report/display) is derived from the verb 'anzeigen' (to show, report, or advertise). This verb means 'zeigen' (to show), 'melden' (to report), or 'inserieren' (to place an ad), which explains the noun's different meanings: you show information on a display, report a crime, or advertise an offer.
Er hat den Diebstahl sofort angezeigt.
He reported the theft immediately.
You can easily recognize the meaning of 'Anzeige' (advertisement/report/display) from the verb: An advertisement in the newspaper is 'aufgegeben' or 'geschaltet' (placed). A report to the police is 'erstattet' (filed). A display on a device 'zeigt' (shows) something.
Wir haben eine Anzeige für unsere alte Wohnung geschaltet.
We placed an advertisement for our old apartment.
When 'Anzeige' (advertisement) means an ad, the typical verbs are 'aufgeben' and 'schalten' (to place). You place an ad in a newspaper or on a website.
Um neue Mitarbeiter zu finden, hat die Firma eine Anzeige geschaltet.
To find new employees, the company placed an advertisement.
In connection with the police, the fixed expression 'Anzeige erstatten' (to file a police report) is almost always used. You can also say 'Anzeige gegen jemanden erstatten' (to file a report against someone).
Sie hat bei der Polizei Anzeige gegen Unbekannt erstattet.
She filed a report with the police against unknown persons.
advertising / ad
For a specific advertising message, both Werbung and Anzeige can fit. Anzeige mainly refers to the published text or format; Werbung emphasizes its advertising purpose or content. Choose Anzeige for the ad itself and Werbung for its sales-promoting message.
Die Anzeige des Fahrradladens steht heute auf der Startseite der Zeitung.
The bicycle shop's advertisement appears on the newspaper's homepage today.
Die Werbung des Fahrradladens verspricht zehn Prozent Rabatt auf alle Helme.
The bicycle shop's advertising promises ten percent off all helmets.
