Tradition Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Tradition" is used as noun with the meaning of "tradition", "heritage" or "custom".

Essential properties of "Tradition"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: feminine
  • Singular: die Tradition
  • Plural: die Traditionen

Meanings of "Tradition" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Transmission of customs or beliefs"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Tradition des Weihnachtsbaums ist in vielen Ländern verbreitet.The tradition of the Christmas tree is widespread in many countries.
  2. Unsere Familie pflegt eine lange Tradition des gemeinsamen Sonntagsessens.Our family maintains a long tradition of shared Sunday dinners.
  3. Die Tradition des Händeschüttelns hat sich während der Pandemie verändert.The tradition of shaking hands has changed during the pandemic.

2.) "Body of transmitted knowledge or customs"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die mündliche Tradition spielt in vielen Kulturen eine wichtige Rolle.Oral tradition plays an important role in many cultures.
  2. Die Tradition der klassischen Musik wird in Wien besonders gepflegt.The tradition of classical music is particularly cultivated in Vienna.
  3. Er studiert die Tradition der alten Handwerkskunst.He studies the tradition of ancient craftsmanship.

3.) "Long-established custom or practice"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Es ist Tradition, am Silvesterabend Feuerwerk zu zünden.It is tradition to light fireworks on New Year's Eve.
  2. Die Tradition des Maibaum-Aufstellens ist in Bayern weit verbreitet.The tradition of setting up the Maypole is widespread in Bavaria.
  3. In unserer Firma ist es Tradition, Jubiläen gemeinsam zu feiern.In our company, it is tradition to celebrate anniversaries together.
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