Cool MateTradition
UK //trəˈdɪʃ.ən//US //trəˈdɪʃ.ən//
Definition
A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.
In simple words: A custom or belief passed down through generations.
Examples
- 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.
Usage notes
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.
Collocations
- cultural tradition
- religious tradition
- family tradition
- long-standing tradition
Synonyms
- custom
- convention
- heritage
- practice
Antonyms
- innovation
- change
Common mistakes
- 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.