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tradition

Pronunciation: [trəˈdɪʃ.ən]

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Learn how to use tradition in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “cultural practices”

(noun) something that people do or believe, passed down through generations. Traditions are ways of celebrating or doing things that many people in a community have followed for a long time.

Example

Every year, our family has a tradition of making special cookies during the holidays.

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They don't follow any traditions in their family; they do everything differently each year.

Example

What are some traditions your family has for birthdays?

Context: “customs and beliefs”

(noun) a set of beliefs or practices that have been handed down over time. Traditions can be about how to celebrate holidays or how to behave in different situations.

Example

Wearing a special costume during the festival is a tradition that everyone looks forward to.

Example

The town has forgotten some of its old traditions, and many people don't remember them anymore.

Example

Which tradition do you think is the most interesting in your culture?

How to pronounce tradition

Pronunciation: [trəˈdɪʃ.ən]

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