proclamation / annunciation
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proclamation / announcement
The official and public announcement of something important, such as a law, a judgment, or news.
Alle warteten gespannt auf die Verkündigung der Prüfungsergebnisse.
Everyone waited anxiously for the announcement of the exam results.
'Die Verkündigung' (the proclamation / annunciation) is the noun related to the verb 'verkündigen' (to proclaim / to announce). The verb derives from the old word 'kund' (known). A Verkündigung is therefore the act of 'kundzutun' (to make known) or announcing something important.
Der König ließ seinen Erlass im ganzen Land verkündigen.
The king had his decree proclaimed throughout the land.
This word is mainly used in formal, official, or solemn contexts. For everyday messages, it is too strong and sounds unnatural.
Die Verkündigung des Urteils wird für morgen erwartet.
The pronouncement of the verdict is expected tomorrow.
Common combinations refer to official acts: 'die Verkündigung eines Gesetzes' (the proclamation of a law), 'eines Urteils' (of a judgment), or 'von Wahlergebnissen' (of election results).
Nach der Verkündigung des Wahlergebnisses gab es Jubel und Proteste.
After the announcement of the election result, there were cheers and protests.
You can recognize the religious meaning from words like 'Engel' (angel), 'Maria' (Mary), 'Glaube' (faith), or 'Predigt' (sermon). When 'die Verkündigung' (the Annunciation) is capitalized and used on its own, it usually refers to the biblical event.
In der Kirche sprach der Priester über die Verkündigung des Evangeliums.
In church, the priest spoke about the proclamation of the Gospel.
publication / release
'Veröffentlichung' and 'Verkündigung' can both mean that something is made publicly known. 'Veröffentlichung' is used especially for works or texts, for example a book, a study, or a film. 'Verkündigung' sounds more solemn and official. It fits important decisions, laws, judgments, or official news. Learners may confuse the words because both involve making something public. A simple rule is: a work is 'veröffentlicht' (published/released), while an important decision is 'verkündet' (announced/proclaimed).
Bei der Verkündigung des Urteils war es im Saal ganz still.
During the announcement of the verdict, the room was completely silent.
Die Veröffentlichung des Films wurde wegen technischer Probleme verschoben.
The release of the film was postponed because of technical problems.