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/tʁa.di.sjɔ̃/

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Translation

tradition

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Word origin

From Latin traditio ('a handing over'), from tradere ('to hand on'). The same verb gave the word for betrayal.

Origin
Latin
Root
traditio
English cognates
tradition, treason, betray

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluraltraditions

Examples

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This tradition has existed for a thousand years.

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The traditions of this village run deep.

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He respects his family's tradition.

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These traditions are dying out little by little.

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Christmas dinner is a real tradition in our house.

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This word is taught in chapter 25, lesson 2: tradition, élection, décrire and 7 more words.