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unvergesslich
/ˌʔʊnfɛɐ̯ˈɡɛslɪç/
unforgettable
Der Urlaub in Italien war einfach unvergesslich!
The vacation in Italy was simply unforgettable!
neutral
So good or impressive that it cannot be forgotten
Das Konzert war ein unvergessliches Erlebnis für alle Besucher.
The concert was an unforgettable experience for all attendees.
Ihre Gastfreundschaft machte den Aufenthalt unvergesslich.
Her hospitality made the stay unforgettable.
Often used to describe experiences, events, or moments that leave a lasting positive impression.
Collocations
unvergessliches Erlebnisunforgettable experienceunvergessliche Momenteunforgettable momentsunvergesslich seinto be unforgettable
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Pro Tip
Avoid literal translations
While 'unforgettable' is the direct translation, German *unvergesslich* is typically used for positive experiences. For negative ones, consider 'unvergesslich' in context or use 'unauslöschlich' (indelible) for stronger emphasis.
Gold Rule
Adjective inflection
As an adjective, *unvergesslich* declines like any other adjective in German: *ein unvergessliches Abenteuer* (neuter), *eine unvergessliche Reise* (feminine), *unvergessliche Tage* (plural).
Word Origin
From Middle High German *unvergesslich*, from Old High German *firgezzan* (to forget) with the negating prefix *un-*. Cognate with English 'forget'.
Usage Notes
Used in both formal and informal contexts. The spelling *unvergeßlich* (with ß) is an older variant still occasionally seen but considered outdated in modern German.
Word Breakdown
un-
negation (not)
prefixvergesslich
forgettable
root-lich
adjective-forming suffix (like '-able' or '-ible')
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