inherited custom
[ɪnˈherɪtɪd ˈkʌstəm]
noun phrasepl: inherited customs
costume herdado
1. a tradition, practice, or way of doing things that has been passed down from previous generations within a family, community, or culture
The inherited custom of gathering for Sunday dinner strengthened family bonds across generations.
O costume herdado de se reunir no domingo fortaleceu os laços familiares entre gerações.
2. a behavioral pattern or social convention that originates from ancestors and continues to be observed by their descendants
Many families maintain inherited customs from their cultural heritage despite living in different countries.
Muitas famílias mantêm costumes herdados de sua herança cultural apesar de viverem em diferentes países.
In both Brazilian and American cultures, inherited customs are deeply valued as markers of identity and cultural continuity. In Brazil, inherited customs often relate to family gatherings, religious observances, and Afro-Brazilian traditions. In the United States, they frequently connect to immigrant communities' efforts to maintain their ancestral heritage while adapting to American society. The concept is particularly significant during holidays and family ceremonies.
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