monument
das Monument, die Monumente
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monument
A large, often impressive structure or memorial built to commemorate an important person or a significant event.
Das Brandenburger Tor ist ein berühmtes Monument in Berlin.
The Brandenburg Gate is a famous monument in Berlin.
monument
An outstanding work of art, literature, or science that is regarded as lasting and significant.
Goethes „Faust“ ist ein Monument der deutschen Literatur.
Goethe's 'Faust' is a monument of German literature.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| plural | die Monumente |
| genitive | des Monuments |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Monument | die Monumente |
| accusative | das Monument | die Monumente |
| dative | dem Monument | den Monumenten |
| genitive | des Monuments des Monumentes | der Monumente |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The word 'Monument' (monument) belongs to elevated, formal language. It is often used to emphasize the size and historical significance of a structure or work.
Die Pyramiden von Gizeh sind beeindruckende Monumente der Antike.
The Pyramids of Giza are impressive monuments of antiquity.
In connection with structures, 'Monument' (monument) is often used with the verbs 'errichten' (to erect), 'bauen' (to build), 'enthüllen' (to unveil), or 'besichtigen' (to visit/tour).
Die Stadt plant, ein Monument für die Opfer des Krieges zu errichten.
The city plans to erect a monument to the victims of the war.
You can often recognize the figurative meaning for an outstanding work from the genitive construction that follows directly: 'ein Monument der/des ...' (a monument of ...).
Dieser Film gilt als ein Monument der Kinogeschichte.
This film is considered a monument of cinema history.
monument / landmark
Denkmal and Monument can refer to the same public memorial structure. Denkmal neutrally describes its function of commemorating a person or event. Monument additionally emphasizes that the structure is large and impressive.
Das gewaltige Monument auf dem Platz erinnert an die Gründung der Republik.
The massive monument in the square commemorates the founding of the republic.
Das Denkmal auf dem Platz erinnert an die Gründung der Republik.
The monument in the square commemorates the founding of the republic.
