Traditional: meaning, definitions and examples
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traditional
[ trəˈdɪʃənl ]
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.
food
Referring to dishes or ingredients that are typically consumed or prepared in a specific region or culture.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The restaurant serves traditional Italian cuisine.
- She learned to cook traditional Chinese recipes from her grandmother.
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
Word origin
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.