der Gedenktag
Translation
day of remembrance, commemoration day, memorial day
Examples
Der 27. Januar ist ein wichtiger Gedenktag.
January 27th is an important day of remembrance.
An diesem Gedenktag finden Zeremonien statt.
Ceremonies take place on this day of remembrance.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) day of remembrance ((for sb./sth.)) a day of remembrance for sb./sth. It is a day of remembrance for the victims of the war.
Similar Words
der Feiertag (public holiday), der Jahrestag (anniversary)
Etymology
From 'gedenken' (to commemorate) and 'Tag' (day). Literally a 'commemoration day'.
Memory Tips
A 'Tag' (day) for 'gedenken' (remembering).