tradition

• Nom désignant une coutume, une croyance ou une pratique établie depuis longtemps, transmise de génération en génération au sein d'une culture ou d'une communauté, incluant aussi le fait de transmettre ces éléments ou l'ensemble de ce qui est transmis.

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 (coutume ou croyance)

   • 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.

   Synonymesconventioncustomhabitpracticeritualusage

   Antonymesinnovationmodernitynovelty

2. Cultural practiceB1formal

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

   Tradition (pratique culturelle)

   • 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.

   Synonymesceremonyconventioncustominstitutionobservancepracticeriteritualusage

3. Artistic or literary styleB2formal

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

   Tradition artistique ou littéraire

   • 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.

   Synonymesconventiongenremovementschoolstyle