Danish · Culture & Society
Tradition
Tradition
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
A custom or belief passed down through generations.
Example
Hygge er en dansk tradition.
Hygge is a Danish tradition.
Etymology
'Tradition' comes from the Latin 'traditio', meaning 'delivery' or 'to hand over'. It was absorbed into Danish in the context of cultural and social practices.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tradition' is often used in both formal and informal contexts, typically in discussions about cultural heritage, holidays, and customs across Denmark.