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传统
chuántǒng
Description
传统是指一个国家或家庭里代代传下来的习惯和文化。
"传统" refers to the habits and culture passed down through generations in a country or family.
它也可以当形容词用，表示老式的、不太新的东西。
It can also be used as an adjective to mean old-fashioned or not very new.
Meanings
传统chuántǒng
tradition; custom passed down over generations
过年吃饺子是我们家的传统。
Eating dumplings during the New Year is our family tradition.
传统chuántǒng
traditional; conventional
她喜欢穿传统的中国衣服。
She likes wearing traditional Chinese clothes.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
传 (to pass down) + 统 (system/lineage), literally 'passed-down system'.
- Nuance
as an adjective often contrasts with 现代 (modern) or 新潮 (trendy).
In videos
“那这种传统的书就没有办法了，啊，对，”
“我们不喜欢这样传统的做法”
“传统社会主义不允许一个人经商。”
“有的地方卖份对你不知道他有多少传统”
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