German Phrase
Diese Erinnerungen sind unbezahlbar.
Meaning
The sentence means “These memories are priceless.” It conveys that the value of the memories cannot be measured in money, emphasizing emotional or sentimental importance.
When to use
Use this phrase when reminiscing about cherished moments, describing family photos, or expressing gratitude for experiences that hold deep personal meaning.
✦Grammar Breakdown
DieseErinnerungensindunbezahlbar.
Demonstrativpronomen
"Diese" points to something specific and agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies.
Plural noun
"Erinnerungen" is the plural form of "Erinnerung" (memory), requiring a plural verb.
Verb "sein" im Plural
"sind" is the present plural form of "sein" (to be) used with plural subjects.
Adjektiv "unbezahlbar"
Used predicatively, "unbezahlbar" means "priceless" and does not take an ending in this position.
🗨In Conversation
Schau dir die alten Fotoalben an!
Look at the old photo albums!
Ja, diese Erinnerungen sind unbezahlbar.
Yes, these memories are priceless.
✕Common Mistakes
Diese Erinnerungen ist unbezahlbar.
The verb must agree with the plural subject "Erinnerungen"; use "sind".
Diese Erinnerungen sind unbezahlt.
"Unbezahlt" means "unpaid" (as in work), not "priceless".
Diese Erinnerungen ist unbezahlbar.
If you refer to a single memory, the verb changes to singular: "Diese Erinnerung ist unbezahlbar."
↔Alternatives
Diese Erinnerungen haben unschätzbaren Wert.
These memories have incalculable value.
Für mich sind diese Erinnerungen unbezahlbar.
For me, these memories are priceless.
Diese Erinnerungen sind von unschätzbarem Wert.
These memories are of incalculable worth.
Cultural Tip
In German, "unbezahlbar" is commonly used figuratively to describe things that are emotionally valuable, not literally unpaid. It’s a strong, positive expression, so use it in heartfelt contexts rather than casual chit‑chat.