tradicional

trah-dee-syoh-NAL/tɾaðisjoˈnal/

“tradicional” means “traditional” in Spanish (relating to customs or history).

traditional

Also: conventional, old-fashioned

Adjectivem/fA2

A single, brightly colored ceramic bowl decorated with intricate, repeating traditional folk patterns, symbolizing a long-standing custom or historical craft.

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La paella es un plato tradicional de España.

Paella is a traditional dish from Spain.

Mi abuela sigue las recetas tradicionales para el pan.

My grandmother follows the traditional recipes for bread.

Ellos tienen un estilo de vida muy tradicional.

They have a very traditional lifestyle.

Word Connections

Synonyms

costumbrista (customary)
clásico (classic)

Antonyms

moderno (modern)
innovador (innovative)

Common Collocations

música tradicional – traditional music
valores tradicionales – traditional values

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "tradicional" in Spanish:

conventional→old-fashioned→traditional→

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👥 Word Family▼

tradición(tradition) — Noun

tradicionalmente(traditionally) — Adverb

🎵 Rhymes▼

nacional personal

📚 Etymology▼

Comes directly from the Latin word *traditio*, which meant 'delivery, surrender, or handing down.' This core idea of 'handing something down through generations' is exactly why 'tradicional' refers to long-established customs.

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: traditionalFrench: traditionnel

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is 'tradicional' different from 'viejo'?

'Viejo' simply means 'old' (referring to age or wear). 'Tradicional' refers to something that follows long-established customs or practices, regardless of how new or old the specific object itself is. A new shirt can be made in a 'traditional' style.