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tradicionalmente

tra-dee-syoh-nal-MEN-teh/tɾaðisjonālˈmente/

“tradicionalmente” means “traditionally” in Spanish (following custom or long-standing practice).

traditionally

Also: historically, by tradition
A child and a grandparent sitting together at a wooden table, hand-making traditional pottery or bread together.

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Tradicionalmente, comemos pavo en Navidad.

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Traditionally, we eat turkey at Christmas.

Este festival se celebra tradicionalmente en la plaza del pueblo.

B1

This festival is traditionally celebrated in the town square.

El papel de la mujer ha cambiado mucho en trabajos que tradicionalmente eran para hombres.

B2

The role of women has changed a lot in jobs that were traditionally for men.

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Common Collocations

  • asociado tradicionalmente – traditionally associated
  • tradicionalmente aceptado – traditionally accepted
  • vestido tradicionalmente – traditionally dressed

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "tradicionalmente" in Spanish:

by tradition→historically→traditionally→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: tradicionalmente

Question 1 of 3

Which of these describes a custom using 'tradicionalmente'?

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👥 Word Family▼
tradición(tradition) — Noun
tradicional(traditional) — Adjective
tradicionalista(traditionalist) — Noun
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📚 Etymology▼

From the Spanish adjective 'tradicional' combined with the suffix '-mente' (meaning 'in a manner of'). The root comes from the Latin 'traditio', which meant 'handing over' or 'passing on' knowledge.

First recorded: 18th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: traditionallyFrench: traditionnellementItalian: tradizionalmente

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use 'tradicionalmente' to describe a person?

No. To describe a person who likes traditions, use the adjective 'tradicional' (e.g., 'Mi abuelo es muy tradicional'). Use 'tradicionalmente' only for actions or general statements.

Is 'tradicionalmente' formal?

It is neutral. It is perfectly fine to use in casual conversation with friends, but it also sounds great in academic or professional writing.

Is there a shorter way to say this?

Yes, you can say 'por tradición' (by tradition), which means the same thing and is often used in speech.