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How to Say "notices" in Spanish

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anuncios

ah-NOON-see-ohs/aˈnunsjos/

nounB1general
Use 'anuncios' when referring to public information, such as advertisements, announcements, or public notices.
A cheerful figure standing on a small wooden box, holding a large red megaphone and making a public announcement to a small group of attentive listeners.

Examples

Los anuncios del concierto se publicaron hoy.

The concert notices were published today.

Los anuncios de la boda se enviarán la próxima semana.

The wedding announcements will be sent next week.

Escuchamos los anuncios por megafonía en la estación de tren.

We heard the announcements over the loudspeaker at the train station.

Revisa la sección de anuncios clasificados para buscar trabajo.

Check the classified announcements section to look for a job.

Verb Connection

This word comes from the verb 'anunciar' (to announce or advertise). Thinking of the verb can help you remember both noun meanings.

fija

/FEE-hah//ˈfixa/

verbB1general
Use 'fija' (as part of the reflexive verb 'fijarse') when you mean 'to notice' in the sense of observing or becoming aware of something.
A person's hands using a hammer to drive a nail into a wooden plank.

Examples

No me fijé en el detalle hasta que me lo señalaste.

I didn't notice the detail until you pointed it out to me.

Él fija el cuadro en la pared.

He fixes the painting on the wall.

Ella se fija en cada detalle.

She notices every detail.

Multiple Personalities

'Fija' can mean 'he/she fixes' or it can be a command telling a friend to 'Fix!' or 'Notice!' something.

Paying Attention

When you want to say 'notice' or 'pay attention to,' you must add the little word 'se': 'Ella se fija' (She notices).

Fijar vs. Mirar

Mistake: “Using 'fija' when you just mean 'look.'”

Correction: Use 'fija' (with 'se') when you mean 'to notice a detail' or 'pay attention,' not just for the act of seeing.

Anuncios vs. Fijar

Learners often confuse 'anuncios' (public notices) with the verb 'fijar' (to fix or to notice). Remember that 'anuncios' refers to posted information, while 'fijarse' is the action of observing or becoming aware of something.

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