der Gedenkstein
Translation
memorial stone, monument, commemorative stone
Examples
Ein Gedenkstein wurde für die Soldaten errichtet.
A memorial stone was erected for the soldiers.
Auf dem Gedenkstein steht ein Name.
There is a name on the memorial stone.
Grammar Patterns
a Gedenkstein ((for sb./sth.)) a memorial stone for sb./sth. They laid flowers at the memorial stone for the victims.
Similar Words
Denkmal, Mahnmal, Grabstein
Etymology
From 'gedenken' (to commemorate) + 'Stein' (stone). Literally a 'commemoration-stone'.
Memory Tips
A 'Stein' (stone) used for 'gedenken' (commemorating). Easy to remember if you know the two parts.