Cool MateCulture
UK /["/ˈkʌltʃə(r)/"]/US /["/ˈkʌltʃər/"]/
Definition
the customs and beliefs, art, way of life and social organization of a particular country or group
In simple words: The way of life, customs, and traditions of a group of people.
Examples
- The culture of Japan is known for its traditional tea ceremonies.
- Music is an important part of our local culture.
- They enjoyed the rich culture of Italy while on vacation.
- He studied the ancient culture of the Mayans in school.
- Different cultures can have vastly different customs and traditions.
Usage notes
Use 'culture' in discussions about society, art, and lifestyle. Avoid in overly casual contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a petri dish growing various cultures of bacteria — each representing different ways of life.
Collocations
- ancient
- primitive
- dominant
- assimilate
- embrace
- build
- develop
- group
- shock
- clash
- in a/the culture
- a clash of cultures
- a culture of fear
- a culture of secrecy
- ancient
- primitive
- dominant
- assimilate
- embrace
- build
- develop
- group
- shock
- clash
- in a/the culture
- a clash of cultures
- a culture of fear
- a culture of secrecy
- contemporary
- modern
- postmodern
- a man of culture
- a woman of culture
- ancient
- primitive
- dominant
- assimilate
- embrace
- build
- develop
- group
- shock
- clash
- in a/the culture
- a clash of cultures
- a culture of fear
- a culture of secrecy
Synonyms
- society
- civilization
- heritage
- tradition
- lifestyle
Antonyms
- ignorance
- vulgarity
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'civilization' which refers to more advanced societal structures.
- Using 'cultured' incorrectly as a noun.
- Not recognizing that 'culture' can refer to various specific groups (e.g., 'Native American culture').