Pronunciation: [ʌnfəɡˈɒtən] (IPA) 
The spelling of "unforgotten" follows the common English rule of adding the prefix "un-" to change the meaning of a word. In this case, "forgotten" becomes "unforgotten," meaning not forgotten. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /ˌʌn.fɔrˈɡɑt.n/, with stress on the second syllable. The "u" is pronounced as "uh," the "g" is hard as in "go," and the "o" is pronounced as "aw." The final "en" is pronounced as "n."
Unforgotten is an adjective that denotes something which has not been lost or erased from memory. It refers to a person, event, or thing that has left a lasting impression or impact on someone's mind, causing it to remain vivid and indelible over time. The state of being unforgotten implies that the memory remains alive and is recalled with clarity, sincerity, or significance.
When something is unforgotten, it suggests that it has been stored in one's consciousness, potentially due to its profound emotional or intellectual significance. Alternatively, it may result from a conscious effort to retain and preserve the memory of something or someone. The term can encompass a wide range of experiences, from positive and delightful recollections to traumatic or haunting memories.
Unforgotten can also evoke the idea of nostalgia, as it often refers to events or people from the past. It signifies that these individuals, moments, or experiences are still present and exert an influence on a person's present thoughts or emotions.
Overall, unforgotten encapsulates the enduring nature of certain memories, regardless of their positive or negative connotations, suggesting that they are not easily erased or forgotten and retain their relevance and impact even after the passage of time.
Not lost to memory; not overlooked.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "unforgotten" is derived from the prefix "un-", meaning "not", and the past participle of the verb "to forget". The verb "forget" comes from the Old English word "forȝetan", which is a combination of the prefix "for-", meaning "completely" or "thoroughly", and "ȝietan", meaning "to grasp" or "to hold". Over time, "forȝetan" evolved into the Middle English word "forgeten", and eventually into the modern English "forget". By adding the prefix "un-" to "forget", the term "unforgotten" is created, meaning "not forgotten".
