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to proclaim
To publicly and solemnly announce or declare something important or fundamental. The term has an official and often historical character.
Am 9. November 1918 wurde vom Balkon des Reichstags die Republik proklamiert.
On November 9, 1918, the republic was proclaimed from the balcony of the Reichstag.
'Proklamieren' (to proclaim) is a formal, elevated word. It is used for important, official, or solemn announcements, not for everyday messages.
Der Künstler proklamierte den Beginn einer neuen Kunstrichtung.
The artist proclaimed the beginning of a new art movement.
The verb 'proklamieren' (to proclaim) is transitive and always requires an accusative object. This object is the thing that is being announced.
Die Organisation proklamierte ihre Ziele auf einer Pressekonferenz.
The organization proclaimed its goals at a press conference.
In its official meaning, 'proklamieren' (to proclaim) is often connected with state or historical events. Typical objects are 'die Republik' (the republic), 'die Unabhängigkeit' (independence), 'ein Manifest' (a manifesto), or 'den Frieden' (peace).
Nach langen Verhandlungen wurde endlich der Frieden proklamiert.
After long negotiations, peace was finally proclaimed.
This meaning is often used in a slightly ironic or exaggerated way when someone announces a personal opinion very loudly and with conviction. It then sounds theatrical.
Er proklamierte vor allen Gästen, dass dies die beste Party des Jahres sei.
He proclaimed in front of all the guests that this was the best party of the year.
to explain / declare
'erklären' and 'proklamieren' can both mean that something is announced officially or clearly. 'erklären' is more general and can also be used in formal situations, for example when a person or institution announces a decision. 'proklamieren' sounds much more solemn, public, and often historical or political. It can also sound exaggerated if someone announces something very loudly or theatrically. Learners may confuse the words because both have to do with an official statement. For normal announcements, 'erklären' is a better fit; 'proklamieren' needs a grand, public tone.
Nach der Wahl proklamierte die Partei ihren Kandidaten als Sieger.
After the election, the party proclaimed its candidate the winner.
Der Bürgermeister erklärt, dass die neue Schule im Herbst eröffnet wird.
The mayor declares that the new school will open in the fall.