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Expressing tradition with 传统 (chuántǒng)
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Explanation
传统 (chuántǒng) is an adjective meaning "traditional," describing something that has been passed down through generations and is rooted in established customs or practices. It is widely used to describe food, festivals, values, and arts. The term combines 传 (pass on) and 统 (system/tradition).
Examples
中秋节是中国传统节日之一。
Zhōngqiūjié shì Zhōngguó chuántǒng jiérì zhī yī.
The Mid-Autumn Festival is one of China's traditional holidays.
她穿了一件很漂亮的传统服装。
Tā chuān le yí jiàn hěn piàoliang de chuántǒng fúzhuāng.
She wore a very beautiful traditional outfit.
我们家每年都用传统方式过春节。
Wǒmen jiā měi nián dōu yòng chuántǒng fāngshì guò Chūnjié.
Our family celebrates the Spring Festival in the traditional way every year.