souvenir
Souvenir (noun) means an object kept as a reminder of a place, event, or trip. Example: “She bought a small snow globe as a souvenir from Paris.”
How to use souvenir
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA keepsake bought or kept to remember somewhere you've been.
Word forms
souvenired past tense, souvenirs plural, souvenirs singular
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She bought a small snow globe as a _____ from Paris.
Etymology
Borrowed from French souvenir, literally "memory" — related to the verb se souvenir, "to remember."
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “souvenir” mean?
The word “souvenir” means an object kept as a reminder of a place, event, or trip. In plain terms, a keepsake bought or kept to remember somewhere you've been.
How do you pronounce “souvenir”?
“Souvenir” is pronounced soo-vuh-NEER (/ˈsu.vəˌnɪɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “souvenir” in a sentence?
Here is “souvenir” used in a sentence: “She bought a small snow globe as a souvenir from Paris.”
What part of speech is “souvenir”?
“Souvenir” is a noun.
Where does the word “souvenir” come from?
The word “souvenir” comes from French. Borrowed from French souvenir, literally "memory" — related to the verb se souvenir, "to remember.".
Is “souvenir” a common word?
“Souvenir” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.