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traditional

 

[ trəˈdɪʃənl ]

Adjective
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adjective

culture

Relating to or characteristic of a particular custom, belief, or practice that has existed for a long time.

Synonyms

conventional, customary, time-honored

Examples of usage

  • She wore a traditional wedding dress passed down through generations.
  • The festival celebrates traditional music and dance from around the world.
Context #2 | Adjective

food

Referring to dishes or ingredients that are typically consumed or prepared in a specific region or culture.

Synonyms

authentic, classic, native

Examples of usage

  • The restaurant serves traditional Italian cuisine.
  • She learned to cook traditional Chinese recipes from her grandmother.
Context #3 | Adjective

values

Following or adhering to long-established customs or beliefs, especially in a conservative or orthodox way.

Synonyms

conservative, old-fashioned, orthodox

Examples of usage

  • He is a traditionalist who believes in upholding traditional family values.
  • The tribe has a strong sense of traditional spirituality.

Translations

Translations of the word "traditional" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tradicional

🇮🇳 पारंपरिक (Pāramparik)

🇩🇪 traditionell

🇮🇩 tradisional

🇺🇦 традиційний

🇵🇱 tradycyjny

🇯🇵 伝統的な (dentō-tekina)

🇫🇷 traditionnel

🇪🇸 tradicional

🇹🇷 geleneksel

🇰🇷 전통적인 (jeontongjeog-in)

🇸🇦 تقليدي (taqlidi)

🇨🇿 tradiční

🇸🇰 tradičný

🇨🇳 传统的 (chuántǒng de)

🇸🇮 tradicionalen

🇮🇸 hefðbundinn

🇰🇿 дәстүрлі (dästürli)

🇬🇪 ტრადიციული (traditsiuli)

🇦🇿 ənənəvi

🇲🇽 tradicional

Etymology

The word 'traditional' originates from the Latin word 'traditionālis', which is derived from the verb 'tradere' meaning 'to hand over, to give for safekeeping'. The concept of tradition and customs has been essential in human societies for centuries, shaping cultural identities and practices. The notion of 'traditional' often implies a sense of continuity with the past and a respect for ancestral knowledge and practices.

See also: nontraditional, nontraditionalism, traditionalist, traditionally, traditions.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,380, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.