die Erinnerung
Translation
memory, recollection, souvenir, reminder
Examples
Ich habe gute Erinnerungen an meine Kindheit.
I have good memories of my childhood.
Das ist eine Erinnerung an unsere Reise.
This is a souvenir from our trip.
Danke für die Erinnerung an den Termin.
Thanks for the reminder about the appointment.
Grammar Patterns
((an+4)) memory/reminder of ((sth.)) die Erinnerung an seine Worte
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gedächtnis (memory faculty), Andenken (souvenir)
Etymology
From the verb 'erinnern' (to remember). 'er-' (prefix) + 'inner' (inner) + '-ung' (noun suffix). Literally, 'an inner-ing' or bringing something to mind internally.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'er-inner-ung'. Think of bringing something back to your 'inner' mind. The '-ung' suffix is like '-ing' or '-tion' in English, making a noun.