das Erlebnis
Translation
experience, event, adventure
Examples
Die Reise war ein tolles Erlebnis.
The trip was a great experience.
Er erzählte von seinen Erlebnissen im Ausland.
He talked about his experiences abroad.
Grammar Patterns
((an unforgettable experience)) an unforgettable experience That was an unforgettable experience.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Erfahrung, Abenteuer; Antonyms: Alltag (daily routine), Routine
Etymology
From the prefix 'er-' (indicating a result) + 'leben' (to live) + '-nis' (noun suffix). Literally, 'something lived through'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'er-leben' as 'to live through' something, which results in an 'Erlebnis' (experience).