Japanese

ふうしゅう
Meaning: custom; tradition
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

その土地には、古くから伝わる珍しい風習がある。
In that region, there is a rare custom that has been passed down since ancient times.
この地域では古くからの風習が今も行なわれている。
Ancient customs are still practiced in this region even now.
断髪文身は古代中国の文献で呉越の風習として語られた。
In ancient Chinese texts, cropped hair and tattooing were described as customs of the Wu and Yue region.

Usage Notes

Refers to unique traditions, manners, or habits that have been preserved within a specific country or local community over a long period.

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