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memento

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Noun — An object kept to remind someone of a person, place, or event.

How to use memento

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

keep as a memento a memento of the trip

Etymology

From Latin mementō ("remember!"), the imperative form of meminī ("to remember").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “memento” mean?

The word “memento” means an object kept to remind someone of a person, place, or event. In plain terms, a keepsake — something you hold onto to remember an experience by.

How do you pronounce “memento”?

“Memento” is pronounced muh-MEHN-toh (/məˈmɛntoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “memento” in a sentence?

Here is “memento” used in a sentence: “She kept the ticket stub as a memento of their first date.”

What part of speech is “memento”?

“Memento” is a noun.

Where does the word “memento” come from?

The word “memento” comes from Latin. From Latin mementō ("remember!"), the imperative form of meminī ("to remember").

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