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The word "Souvenir" is a noun borrowed from French, widely used in German as well. It means "keepsake" or "memory" and refers to an item that serves as a reminder of a place visited or experience had, often bought during travel.

It is occasionally used to denote any memento or collectible that holds sentimental value. Similar words in German include "Andenken" (which also means memento or keepsake) and "Gedächtnisstück" (memory piece). The main difference is that "Andenken" is more commonly used in the context of keepsakes, while "Souvenir" often implies something that is tourist-oriented, typically purchased from a store or market at a specific location.