English–Japanese

“traditional” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajidentōteki

Example

この地方では、伝統的な祝い方が受け継がれています。ko no chi hō de wa den tō teki na iwa i kata ga u ke tsu ga re te i ma su

Traditional ways of celebrating are passed down in this region.

Illustration for 伝統的 (traditional)

How to say “traditional” in Japanese

“Traditional” in Japanese is 伝統的 (dentōteki).

Describes a practice or form that follows a pattern preserved from the past within a community or culture.

Full entry for 伝統的: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 伝統的

この店では伝統的な製法で作った家具を販売しています。ko no mise de wa den tō teki na sei hō de tsuku tta ka gu o han bai shi te i ma su

This shop sells furniture made using traditional methods.

Tips for using 伝統的

  • 伝統的 (dentōteki) can describe both visible forms such as clothing and less visible values or practices, so traditional is broader here than conventional.

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