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Memento vs. Momento

Memento

/məˈmentəʊ/
An object kept to remember a person or event

Examples:

The old letter served as a memento of their friendship.He wore the ring as a memento of his grandfather's legacy.They kept the ticket stub as a memento of the concert night.

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Momento

An object kept as a reminder of a person or event

Examples:

A momento captured the essence of the seaside sunset.Her photo gallery was a momento of her world travels.The award served as a momento of his dedication and hard work.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Memento contains an e, similar to memory, which can help you remember that it's related to remembering.
  • A memento is often a physical object that connects you to a memory or reminds you of something specific.
  • Momento sounds like moment, reminding you it relates to time, specifically a brief period.
  • While both words can be used to signify tokens in a figurative manner, memento emphasizes memory association.
  • It helps to associate memento with memorabilia, as both involve tangible memory links, while momento focuses on time.
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