traditional game
[/trəˈdɪʃənəl ɡeɪm/]
nounpl: traditional games
jogo tradicional
1. a game that has been played for a long time and passed down through generations, often reflecting cultural values and practices of a community
Hide and seek is a traditional game played by children around the world.
Esconde-esconde é um jogo tradicional jogado por crianças em todo o mundo.
2. a game based on established rules that have remained relatively unchanged over time
Chess is considered a traditional game with origins dating back centuries.
Xadrez é considerado um jogo tradicional com origens que remontam a séculos.
3. in Brazil, folk games and regional games that are part of cultural heritage and often played during festivals and celebrations
Bumba Meu Boi incorporates traditional games and dancing during Brazilian festivals.
Bumba Meu Boi incorpora jogos tradicionais e danças durante festas brasileiras.
Traditional games are highly valued in Brazilian culture as a means of preserving cultural identity and strengthening community bonds. Games like 'Peteca', 'Pula Corda', and 'Amarelinha' are often featured in schools and cultural events. In the United States, traditional games such as 'tag' and 'marbles' represent childhood nostalgia and are increasingly promoted in education as alternatives to screen time.
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