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Tradition

🇬🇧 UK //trəˈdɪʃ.ən// 🇺🇸 US //trəˈdɪʃ.ən//

Meaning of Tradition

A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.

In simple words: A custom or belief passed down through generations.

Tradition in a sentence

• In our family, it’s a **tradition** to have dinner together every Sunday.
• She loves to learn about the **tradition** of her ancestors.
• His **tradition** involves storytelling around the fireplace each winter.
• The local **tradition** of music and dance attracts many tourists.

How to use Tradition

Used when discussing customs and practices in culture. It's appropriate in formal and informal settings but can be less common in technical contexts.

Grammar pattern

countable + noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'tradition' as a 'trade' of values across time.

Related words

Collocations with Tradition

• cultural tradition
• religious tradition
• family tradition
• long-standing tradition

Synonyms for Tradition

• custom
• convention
• heritage
• practice

Opposites of Tradition

• innovation
• change

Common mistakes with Tradition

• Confused with 'traditional' which is an adjective.
• Using 'tradition' in the plural form unnecessarily.
• Misunderstanding the meaning; it refers to customs, not just old practices.

Frequently asked questions about Tradition

What does Tradition mean?

A custom or belief passed down through generations.

What is the definition of Tradition?

A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.

How do you use Tradition in a sentence?

In our family, it’s a **tradition** to have dinner together every Sunday.

Can you give another example of Tradition?

She loves to learn about the **tradition** of her ancestors.

What are synonyms for Tradition?

Common alternatives include custom, convention, heritage, practice.

What is the opposite of Tradition?

Opposite meanings include innovation, change.

What words go with Tradition?

It commonly pairs with cultural tradition, religious tradition, family tradition, long-standing tradition.

What are common mistakes when using Tradition?

Confused with 'traditional' which is an adjective. Using 'tradition' in the plural form unnecessarily. Misunderstanding the meaning; it refers to customs, not just old practices.

How do you pronounce Tradition?

US: //trəˈdɪʃ.ən//, UK: //trəˈdɪʃ.ən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Tradition?

Used when discussing customs and practices in culture. It's appropriate in formal and informal settings but can be less common in technical contexts.

What CEFR level is Tradition?

"Tradition" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.