Here's the breakdown:
* Latin: "subvenire" (to come to mind, to remember)
* French: "souvenir" (meaning both "to remember" and "a reminder")
* English: "souvenir" (a reminder of a place, event, or person)
So, a souvenir is something that helps you "remember" or "come to mind" a particular experience or place. It acts as a tangible reminder of something you've seen, done, or encountered.