traditional
pronunciation
How to pronounce traditional in British English:
UK [trəˈdɪʃənl]
How to pronounce traditional in American English:
US [trəˈdɪʃənl]
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- Adjective:
- consisting of or derived from tradition
- pertaining to time-honored orthodox doctrines
Word Origin
- traditional (adj.)
- 1590s, "observing traditions;" c. 1600, "handed down as tradition," from tradition + -al (1). In reference to jazz, from 1950. Related: Traditionally; traditionalist.
Example
- 1. Traditional organizational structure seems to dry out the grassroots .
- 2. Yet the room itself is traditional .
- 3. Traditional conservatives disdain populism and respect knowledge .
- 4. Yet the traditional global car industry looks finished .
- 5. Traditional boats cross the mekong river at dusk .