VocabJLPT N3
commemoration
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. commemoration
  2. 2. celebration
  3. 3. memento
This word means "commemoration" or "memory of a special event," and is commonly used when marking anniversaries or creating mementos. You will often see it in compound expressions related to memorial events, commemorative photos, or souvenirs.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Even if no one ever sees it, keep it as a memento for yourself.

Sentence 2

I also shot some video to commemorate the moment.

Sentence 3

I want to hold onto little coincidences like this as travel memories.

Sentence 4

"What's the occasion for buying that watch?"

Sentence 5

That photo is displayed on my desk as a memento from the trip.