Wahrzeichen

landmark

noun VAHR-tsy-khen Rare

Origin: from wahr plus Zeichen, true sign

Also means

emblem

Usage Note

Wahrzeichen is neuter and unchanged in the plural. It names a symbolic landmark identifying a place, such as the Brandenburger Tor for Berlin, blending recognisability with civic identity.

Examples

"Der Dom ist das Wahrzeichen der Stadt."

Natural Translation

The cathedral is the landmark of the city.

Literal Translation

The cathedral is the landmark of-the city.

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