truyền thống
noun · Intermediate · Culture & Society
Meaning
English: Tradition
A custom passed down through generations.
Examples
🗣 Áo dài là truyền thống đẹp của Việt Nam.
💬 The ao dai is a beautiful Vietnamese tradition.
Etymology
‘Truyền thống’ combines ‘truyền’ (to transmit) and ‘thống’ (continuity/rule) to signify cultural practices passed down through generations.
How & Where It’s Used
‘Truyền thống’ appears in cultural discussions, often in formal settings, and is widely recognized and used across Vietnam.
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Tags: culture, tradition