Denkmalanlage

memorial complex

noun DENK-mahl-an-lah-geh Rare

Also means

monument grounds

Usage Note

Denkmalanlage describes a larger ensemble of memorial structures, paths, and plaques, rather than a single monument. The term is used in German cultural heritage and tourism contexts for sites like war memorials or historical parks.

Examples

"Die Denkmalanlage erinnert an die Gefallenen beider Weltkriege."

Natural Translation

The memorial complex commemorates the fallen of both world wars.

Literal Translation

The memorial-complex reminds-of the fallen of-both world-wars.

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