tradition
/tʁa.di.sjɔ̃/feminine
The English phrase tradition is translated into French as tradition.
The word tradition refers to a part of culture that is passed from person to person or from generation to generation. It can be translated as tradition in English.
Meaning: a part of culture that is passed from person to person or generation to generation (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun tradition is feminine and requires feminine adjectives.
How do you pronounce it?
{'ipa': '/tʁa.di.sjɔ̃/', 'syllables': 3}
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers may mistakenly use the masculine article le instead of the feminine la before tradition.
Did you know?
- While tradition sounds almost identical to the English word, it shares a surprising ancestor with the French word trahison, which means 'treason'.
- In French, the concept of 'tradition' is closely linked to the verb traduire, meaning 'to translate' or 'to lead across', reflecting the idea of passing something from one side to another.
- The French concept of le patrimoine is often used where English speakers might say 'tradition', as it blends cultural heritage with physical monuments and assets.
Examples in context
- C'est une tradition stupide.It's a stupid tradition.This sentence is useful for describing a tradition as stupid.Tatoeba #6479973 by Aiji, translation #2711971 by CK
- C'est une tradition éprouvée.It's a time-honored tradition.This sentence is useful for describing a time-honored tradition.Tatoeba #1737769 by sacredceltic, translation #1737255 by Spamster
- C'est une tradition familiale.It's a family tradition.This sentence is useful for describing a family tradition.Tatoeba #8639845 by Julien_PDC, translation #3314734 by CK
- La tradition est respectée chaque année lors de cet événement.Tradition is respected every year during this event.
- 21 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Manon and Gabriel are discussing an upcoming local festival.
- ManonCette fête est une vieille tradition.This festival is an old tradition.
- GabrielOui, elle est très importante ici.Yes, it is very important here.
- ManonEst-ce que tu aimes cette tradition ?Do you like this tradition?
- GabrielAbsolument, j'adore l'ambiance.Absolutely, I love the atmosphere.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “tradition” translations and entries tradition, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries tradition, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
