announcer
gb/ənˈaʊnsɚ/ us/ənˈaʊnsɚ/
B1
English
~ 9800
bemondó, műsorvezető
NOUN
B1
1
bemondó
B1
műsorvezető
B1
Usage pattern:
[someone] works as a/an [adjective] announcer
The stadium announcer asked everyone to stand for the national anthem.
A stadionbemondó megkért mindenkit, hogy álljon fel a nemzeti himnusz idejére.
She works as a morning radio announcer on a popular music station.
Reggeli műsorvezetőként dolgozik egy népszerű zenei rádióadónál.
The boxing match began after the ring announcer introduced both fighters.
During the game, the TV announcer explained a new rule to the viewers.
They hired a professional announcer to host the awards ceremony.
Learner examples
The announcer on the radio gave the weather report.
A rádióban a bemondó elmondta az időjárás-jelentést.
A loud voice came from the stadium announcer during the game.
A meccs közben hangosan megszólalt a stadionbemondó.
The ring announcer said the names of the fighters.
My uncle is a sports announcer on TV.
The announcer spoke clearly so everyone could understand.
Common mistake:
Learners often confuse "announcer" with "announcement". "Announcer" is the person who speaks, while "announcement" is the message they say. For example, "The announcer made an announcement" is correct, not "The announcement made an announcer." Learners may also say "speaker" when they mean the job title; "announcer" is more specific for radio, TV, or sports events.
Meaning
person who presents programs or events
Collocations
radio announcer
|TV announcer
|sports announcer
|stadium announcer
|ring announcer
|public address announcer
Synonyms
commentator (Often focuses on giving opinions or analysis during sports or news, while an announcer may mainly introduce and describe.)
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presenter (Common in British English for TV and radio hosts; slightly broader than announcer.)
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host (More about leading a show and talking with guests; not always used for stadium or play‑by‑play roles.)
Antonyms
audience (Refers to the people listening or watching instead of the person speaking to them.)
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spectator (A person who watches an event rather than speaking or presenting it.)
Themes
media
|sports
|entertainment
|communication
|arts_entertainment
Definition
A person whose job is to speak on radio, TV, or at a game or show, giving information and talking to the audience.
A professional whose job is to introduce shows, read information, or give live commentary on radio, television, or at sports and entertainment events.
NOUN
B2
2
bemondó
B1
Usage pattern:
the announcer [verb] [information] to the crowd
The station announcer apologized for the delay and gave the new departure time.
Az állomási bemondó elnézést kért a késésért, és közölte az új indulási időt.
At the graduation, the announcer read each student's name slowly and clearly.
A diplomaosztón a bemondó lassan és érthetően felolvasta minden végzős nevét.
The airport announcer repeated the safety message in three languages.
Before the parade began, the announcer explained the route to the crowd.
The announcer instructed all visitors to move away from the closed area.
Learner examples
The train announcer told us the train was late.
Az állomási bemondó közölte velünk, hogy késik a vonat.
An announcer at the airport gave a message about our flight.
A repülőtéri bemondó közleményt mondott be a járatunkról.
The announcer said my name during the school ceremony.
The announcer asked people to leave the building.
We waited for the announcer to tell us what to do.
Common mistake:
Learners may use "announcer" when "announcement" or "message" is needed: "I heard an announcer" is wrong if you only mean you heard the words; say "I heard an announcement." They may also overuse this sense in places where English speakers instead say "voice" or simply "announcement" (e.g., "the voice on the loudspeaker" rather than "the announcer" at some stations).
Meaning
person who makes official announcements
Collocations
train station announcer
|airport announcer
|ceremony announcer
|official announcer
|parade announcer
Synonyms
spokesperson (More formal and often represents an organization to the media, not just giving public instructions.)
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emcee (Informal; focuses on leading and entertaining at events rather than just giving information.)
Antonyms
attendee (A person who attends and listens at an event, not the one giving the announcements.)
Themes
public_life
|travel
|events
|communication
|daily_life
Definition
A person who tells important information to many people at one time, for example at a station, airport, or ceremony.
A person whose role is to give official spoken information or instructions to a group of people, especially at public places or formal events.
Grammar
Dictionary form
announcer
IPA
GB/ənˈaʊnsɚ/
US/ənˈaʊnsɚ/
Syllables & stress
an - noun - cer (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (noun)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: announcer
- Plural: announcers
Word family
Forms
announcers
noun
Core family
announce
verb B1
announcement
noun A2
Negative and opposite forms
unannounced
adjective
Expressions
news announcer
1/njˈuz ənˈaʊnsɚ/
fixed phrase
person who reads the news
A person whose job is to read the news on radio or television.
Examples
- The news announcer reported on the storm damage.
- As a news announcer, he has to speak very clearly.
- The evening news announcer began with the top stories of the day.
public address announcer
1/pˈʌblɪk ˈædɹˌɛs ənˈaʊnsɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
announcer using a PA system
A person who speaks through loudspeakers at games, events, or in buildings to give information to many people.
Examples
- The public address announcer asked parents to meet their children at the main gate.
- She volunteers as the public address announcer at local baseball games.
- The public address announcer gave safety instructions before the concert started.
radio announcer
1/ɹˈeɪdioʊ ənˈaʊnsɚ/
fixed phrase
person who presents on radio
A person whose job is to talk on the radio, introduce shows, and give information to listeners.
Examples
- He became a well-known radio announcer in his city.
- The radio announcer introduced the next song and read a traffic update.
- She dreams of working as a morning radio announcer.
ring announcer
1/ɹˈɪŋ ənˈaʊnsɚ/
fixed phrase
announcer in a boxing or wrestling ring
A person who stands in a boxing or wrestling ring and says the names and details of the fighters before the match.
Examples
- The ring announcer called both boxers to the center of the ring.
- The crowd cheered as the ring announcer introduced the champion.
- He practices his voice because he wants to become a ring announcer.
sports announcer
1/spˈɔɹts ənˈaʊnsɚ/
fixed phrase
person who calls sports events
A person whose job is to talk during a sports game and tell listeners or viewers what is happening.
Examples
- The sports announcer shouted with excitement as the team scored.
- He works as a sports announcer for local basketball games.
- The sports announcer explained the coach's decision to the audience.
stadium announcer
1/stˈeɪdiəm ənˈaʊnsɚ/
fixed phrase
person making announcements in a stadium
A person who talks through loudspeakers in a stadium to give information to the people watching a game or event.
Examples
- The stadium announcer asked fans to remain in their seats.
- When the home team scored, the stadium announcer said the goal scorer's name.
- The stadium announcer gave directions for the emergency exit.
track announcer
1/tɹˈæk ənˈaʊnsɚ/
fixed phrase
announcer at a racing track
A person whose job is to talk during horse races or car races and tell people what is happening on the track.
Examples
- The track announcer called the race as the horses came around the final turn.
- Fans listened closely to the track announcer to follow the action.
- He started his career as a small-town track announcer.
TV announcer
1/tˈi vˈi ənˈaʊnsɚ/
fixed phrase
person who presents on television
A person whose job is to talk on television, introduce shows, and speak to viewers.
Examples
- The TV announcer spoke over the highlights of last night's game.
- As a TV announcer, she has to look and sound confident.
- The TV announcer reminded viewers to stay tuned for the evening news.