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History & Social Studies · Grades 1–2

Tradition

noun

A custom or belief passed from one generation to the next.

Example Sentences

"Giving gifts is a tradition during many winter holidays."

"Each family has its own traditions for celebrating special occasions."

Synonyms & Related Terms

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Study Tips

To remember tradition, try writing it in a sentence of your own. Connect it to something you already know about history & social studies.

Use it in conversation today — saying a word aloud three times helps lock it into long-term memory.