Inklingo

inolvidable

ee-nohl-bee-dah-blay/inolβiˈðaβle/

inolvidable means unforgettable in Spanish (something that leaves a lasting impression).

unforgettable

Also: memorable
Adjectivem or fB1
A child standing on a beach at sunset, silhouetted against a vibrant orange and purple sky, looking out at the ocean.

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Fue una noche inolvidable.

A1

It was an unforgettable night.

La vista desde la montaña es inolvidable.

A2

The view from the mountain is unforgettable.

Tuvimos una experiencia inolvidable durante nuestras vacaciones en España.

B1

We had an unforgettable experience during our vacation in Spain.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • memorable (memorable)
  • imborrable (unerasable/lasting)

Antonyms

  • olvidable (forgettable)
  • común (common/ordinary)

Common Collocations

  • momento inolvidableunforgettable moment
  • experiencia inolvidableunforgettable experience
  • recuerdo inolvidableunforgettable memory

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "inolvidable" in Spanish:

memorableunforgettable

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: inolvidable

Question 1 of 3

Which of these would you most likely describe as 'inolvidable'?

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📚 Etymology

From the prefix 'in-' (meaning 'not') combined with the verb 'olvidar' (to forget) and the suffix '-able' (meaning 'capable of'). It shares roots with the Latin word 'oblivisci'.

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

French: inoubliableItalian: indimenticabile

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does 'inolvidable' change if I'm talking about a group of things?

Yes! If you are talking about multiple things, you just add an '-s' to make it 'inolvidables.' For example: 'momentos inolvidables'.

Can I use 'inolvidable' to describe a person?

Absolutely. If you meet someone who leaves a huge impression on you, you can say 'Eres una persona inolvidable' (You are an unforgettable person).

Is 'inolvidable' more formal than 'memorable'?

They are very similar, but 'inolvidable' carries a bit more emotional weight and is slightly more common in everyday storytelling.