Japanese

でんとうてき
Meaning: traditional
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Handwriting

伝
統
的

Example sentences

In Kyoto, traditional streetscapes still remain today.
その伝統的な儀式は、何世紀も受け継がれてきた。
That traditional ceremony has been passed down for centuries.
彼は父から伝統的な技術を受け継いだ。
He inherited traditional skills from his father.
島民たちは、伝統的な祭りを守り続けている。
The islanders continue to protect their traditional festivals.
日本の伝統的な家屋には、畳の部屋がある。
Japanese traditional houses have tatami rooms.
伝統的な踊りを習っています。
I am learning a traditional dance.
彼は父から伝統的な技術を継承した。
He inherited the traditional techniques from his father.
彼は舞台で伝統的な舞踊を演った。
He performed a traditional dance on stage.
日本の伝統的な風俗について学びました。
I learned about traditional Japanese customs.
彼は師匠から伝統的な陶芸の奥義を伝授された。
He was initiated into the secrets of traditional pottery by his master.

Usage Notes

Describes things that follow or preserve long-standing traditions or customs.

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