memorable
/memoˈɾable/
The English word memorable is translated into Spanish as memorable.
The word is used to describe something that is worthy of being remembered.
Meaning: worthy of being remembered (adj)
Which one should you use?
While memorable is the standard term, you might use imborrable in formal contexts to emphasize that something is indelible. In informal speech, you can use épico to describe experiences that are grand, extraordinary or legendary.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of memorable is memorables.
How do you pronounce it?
/memoˈɾable/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word recuerdo describes both a mental memory and a physical souvenir, suggesting that a 'memorable' experience is physically captured in an object.
- The term imborrable describes a memory that is 'memorable' because it cannot be washed away, treating the memory like a permanent ink stain.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, a 'memorable' meal is often described using the word inolvidable, which translates literally to 'unforgettable'.
Examples in context
- ¿Qué ocurrió durante ese día memorable?What happened on that memorable day?This sentence is useful for asking about events that occurred during a specific memorable day.Tatoeba #972960 by Shishir, translation #972097 by sacredceltic
- ¿Cuál fue el día más memorable de tu vida?What was the most memorable day of your life?This sentence is useful for asking someone to identify the most memorable day of their life.Tatoeba #2996387 by hayastan, translation #2982382 by Hybrid
- Si vas a entrar a la Maligna Liga del Mal, tendrás que tener una risa memorable.If you're gonna get into the Evil League of Evil, you have to have a memorable laugh.This sentence uses memorable to describe a specific type of laugh.Tatoeba #1731008 by marcelostockle, translation #1729516 by naXa
- El concierto de anoche fue una experiencia inolvidable.Last night's concert was an unforgettable experience.
- Su actuación fue imborrable en nuestras mentes.Her performance was unforgettable in our minds.
Example conversation
Elena and Alejandro are talking about a recent trip.
- ElenaEl viaje a Japón fue realmente memorable.The trip to Japan was truly memorable.
- AlejandroSí, nunca olvidaré los paisajes de allí.Yes, I will never forget the landscapes there.
- ElenaFue una experiencia memorable para los dos.It was a memorable experience for both of us.
- AlejandroEstoy de acuerdo, fue increíble.I agree, it was incredible.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “memorable” translations and entries memorable, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
