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    Referring to customs and traditions with 习俗 (xísú)

    Topic & Focus

    Structure

    习俗

    Explanation

    The noun 习俗 (xísú) means "custom," "tradition," or "convention." It refers to established practices or habits passed down within a culture or community. It is commonly used when discussing cultural traditions, festivals, and social practices.

    Examples

    • 每个地方都有自己独特的习俗。

      Měi ge dìfang dōu yǒu zìjǐ dútè de xísú.

      Every place has its own unique customs.

    • 春节贴春联是中国的传统习俗。

      Chūnjié tiē chūnlián shì Zhōngguó de chuántǒng xísú.

      Putting up spring couplets during Spring Festival is a traditional Chinese custom.

    • 入乡随俗，到了新地方要尊重当地的习俗。

      Rù xiāng suí sú, dào le xīn dìfang yào zūnzhòng dāngdì de xísú.

      When in Rome, do as the Romans do — respect local customs when you arrive at a new place.

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