German Conversation · Level 45
73 words
German word
Erinnerung
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛɐ̯ˈɪnəʁʊŋ/
Meaning
- feminine nounmemory
Example
Die Erinnerungen an den Urlaub sind schön.
The memories of the vacation are lovely.
More examples
Dieses Foto ist eine Erinnerung an meine Kindheit.
This photo is a memory of my childhood.
Core concept
A present sign opens a path back to something experienced before, whether the result is a memory or a reminder.
Common phrases
Erinnerung an den Urlaub
memory of the vacation
gute Erinnerung
good memory
Similar words
Gedächtnis: The ability to retain and recall information.
Erlebnis: An experience that leaves a strong and lasting impression.
Definition in German
Erinnerung bezeichnet das Ergebnis des Erinnerns an ein vergangenes Ereignis.
Word origin
The noun follows the German verb-plus-suffix pattern: erinnern becomes Erinnerung, with -ung marking an action or result.
Usage tips
- In Erinnerung an means 'in memory of' or 'as a reminder of' and takes the accusative after an.
Other meanings
- recollectionnoun
- remindernoun
Opposites
- Vergessenforgettingnoun
- Vergesslichkeitforgetfulnessnoun
Related words
- erinnernrememberverb
- Erinnerungsfotokeepsake photonoun