Meaning of the word memento in English

What does memento mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

memento

US /məˈmen.toʊ/
UK /məˈmen.təʊ/

Noun

an object kept as a reminder or souvenir of a person, place, or event

Example:
She kept the seashell as a memento of her beach vacation.
The old photograph served as a precious memento of their youth.