Traditions

Customs, beliefs, or practices passed down through generations.

customs cultural practices

Traditions are customs, beliefs, or practices passed down through generations within a culture or community. They often reflect historical experiences and cultural values, shaping social identity and cohesion.

Etymology

From Old French tradicioun, from Latin traditio (something handed over), from tradere (to hand over).

Explain Like I’m 5

Traditions are like family recipes or special celebrations that people do the same way year after year because their parents and grandparents did it before them.

Fun Facts

Many cultures have traditions related to weddings, like wearing white or throwing rice
Some traditions involve specific foods eaten during holidays
Traditions can vary greatly from place to place

FAQ

What are traditions? They are customs or beliefs passed down through generations
Why do people have traditions? Traditions help connect people to their history and culture
How are traditions started? They often begin with a significant event or belief that is then shared and repeated

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

customs practices rituals

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

culture customs

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

ceremonies folklore heritage

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

society community

Indexes

cultural health practice historical concept

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