das Mahnmal
Translation
memorial, monument, cenotaph
Examples
Das Mahnmal erinnert an die Opfer des Krieges.
The memorial commemorates the victims of the war.
In Berlin steht ein berühmtes Mahnmal für den Frieden.
In Berlin, there is a famous memorial for peace.
Grammar Patterns
((das Mahnmal)) ((an+4)) a memorial to sb./sth. The memorial commemorates the victims.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Denkmal, Gedenkstätte, Monument
Etymology
From 'mahnen' (to admonish, warn) and 'Mal' (mark, sign). Literally a 'warning sign' or 'mark of admonition'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'warning mark' ('Mahn-Mal') to remind people of a tragic event so it is not repeated.