Meaning

Primary

Tradition

Word Type

noun, の adjective

Explanation

When you transmit something that unites the people, you are probably pulling on tradition. Tradition is what unites us all and transmits who we are to everyone else. What is your 伝統?

伝統 means "tradition" in the sense of customs, practices, or rituals that are passed down within a culture or community. These traditions bring people together across generations and keep our shared culture alive.

Reading

でんとう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Context Sentences

タイラーが飲んでいるのは、アイルランドの伝統のビールです。

What Tyler is drinking is a traditional Irish beer.

北米では、感謝祭の日に七面鳥を食べる伝統があります。

In North America, there is a tradition of eating turkey on Thanksgiving.

あの日本の伝統衣装の名前って何だっけ?単語をすっかり忘れちゃったよ。

What was the name of that traditional Japanese costume again? I completely forget the word.

Kanji Composition