tradition

• Substantiv, das einen seit Langem bestehenden Brauch, eine Glaubensvorstellung oder eine Praxis bezeichnet, die innerhalb einer Kultur oder Gemeinschaft von Generation zu Generation weitergegeben wird.

A noun referring to a long-established custom, belief, or practice that is passed down from generation to generation within a culture or community.

1. A2formal

   A long-established custom or belief passed down from generation to generation.

   Tradition

   • It is a family tradition to have dinner together every Sunday.
   • The tradition of exchanging gifts during holidays is widespread.
   • Many cultures have traditions that celebrate the harvest season.

   Synonymeconventioncustomhabitpracticeritualusage

   Antonymeinnovationmodernitynovelty

2. Cultural practiceB1formal

   A specific practice or ritual that is part of a culture or community.

   Tradition

   • The tradition of wearing a white wedding dress originated in Europe.
   • In Japan, the tradition of bowing shows respect.
   • The festival is a tradition that dates back hundreds of years.

   Synonymeceremonyconventioncustominstitutionobservancepracticeriteritualusage

3. Artistic or literary styleB2formal

   A set of conventions or styles in art, literature, or music that are followed over time.

   Tradition (in der Kunst)

   • The novel follows the tradition of Gothic literature.
   • This painting is part of the Impressionist tradition.
   • The composer worked within the tradition of classical music.

   Synonymeconventiongenremovementschoolstyle