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    Using 传统 (chuántǒng) to refer to tradition

    Topic & Focus

    Structure

    传统 + 的 + Noun / Standalone

    Explanation

    The noun 传统 (chuántǒng) means "tradition." It refers to customs, beliefs, or practices handed down through generations. It can also function as an adjective meaning "traditional." For example, 传统的恋爱 means "traditional romance."

    Examples

    • 中国有很多美好的传统值得保留。

      Zhōngguó yǒu hěn duō měihǎo de chuántǒng zhíde bǎoliú.

      China has many wonderful traditions worth preserving.

    • 每个国家都有自己独特的文化传统。

      Měi gè guójiā dōu yǒu zìjǐ dútè de wénhuà chuántǒng.

      Every country has its own unique cultural traditions.

    • 我们家有一个传统，过年一定要包饺子。

      Wǒmen jiā yǒu yī gè chuántǒng, guònián yīdìng yào bāo jiǎozi.

      Our family has a tradition — we must make dumplings for Chinese New Year.

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