annunci

Annunci is the plural of the Italian noun annuncio, which denotes a statement intended to inform the public about events, opportunities, or goods for sale. In contemporary Italian, gli annunci most often refer to classifieds: notices posted in newspapers or on online platforms. Common subtypes include annunci immobiliari (real estate ads), annunci di lavoro (job advertisements), and annunci economici (business listings). The term can also refer to general public notices or personal announcements issued by organizations or individuals.

Etymology: The word derives from Latin annuntiare, to announce, and entered Italian through medieval forms as annuncio. The plural annunci has become standard in modern Italian for the postings themselves.

Usage and nuance: Annunci label a dedicated space in media for short notices. They appear in print sections and online marketplaces and are often grouped by category, such as real estate, employment, or commerce. In official contexts, related terms include avvisi (official notices) or manifesti (posters), which cover different kinds of notices.