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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.
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.
classic
'der Klassiker' and 'das Monument' can both refer to a very important work of art, literature, or science. However, 'der Klassiker' sounds more like a work that has remained well known, popular, and exemplary over a long period of time. 'das Monument' places more emphasis on the size, significance, and lasting impression of a work. Learners may confuse the words because both describe something valuable and enduring. As a practical rule: with well-known books, pieces of music, or films, people often say 'Klassiker'. If you want to emphasize special greatness or cultural significance, 'Monument' fits better.
Das Werk gilt bis heute als Monument der modernen Literatur.
The work is still considered a monument of modern literature today.
Dieser Roman ist ein Klassiker, den viele Schüler im Unterricht lesen.
This novel is a classic that many students read in class.