Culture Flashcards
Cultural customs
Cultural customs
- Traditional practices followed by a particular group.
*Example: In many Asian cultures, taking off shoes before entering a home is a cultural custom.
traditional clothing, music, dance, religious ceremonies, and culinary traditions
Traditional behavior
Traditional behavior
- Actions passed down through generations within a culture.
- Example: Traditional behavior during the New Year celebration includes family gatherings and gift-giving.
Cultural traditions
Cultural traditions (behaviors + customes)
- Established customs and practices that are handed down from generation to generation.
- Example: Cultural traditions such as the Japanese tea ceremony play a significant role in society.
Social norms
Social norms
- Accepted behaviors that are considered normal within a society.
- Example: In some cultures, it is a social norm to greet people with a handshake.
Language preservation
Language preservation
- Efforts to maintain and protect a language from extinction.
- Example: Language preservation programs are vital for safeguarding indigenous languages.
Cultural values
Cultural values
- Core principles that guide the behavior and beliefs of a cultural group.
- Example: Respect for elders is a cultural value deeply ingrained in many Asian societies.
Cultural festivals
Cultural festivals
- Celebrations that reflect the traditions and values of a culture.
- Example: Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the most significant cultural festivals in India.
Gastronomic heritage
Gastronomic heritage
- The traditional foods and cooking methods passed down through generations.
- Example: France is known for its rich gastronomic heritage, including iconic dishes like coq au vin.
Cultural expressions
Cultural expressions
- Ways in which a culture is expressed through art, music, dance, and other forms.
- Example: Cultural expressions such as traditional folk dances are preserved through community festivals.
Cultural preservation
Cultural preservation
- The act of maintaining and safeguarding cultural practices and artifacts.
- Example: Cultural preservation efforts aim to keep traditional crafts alive for future generations.
Cultural interactions
Cultural interactions
- The exchange of ideas and customs between different cultures.
- Example: Cultural interactions at international festivals allow people to learn about diverse traditions.
Cultural exchange
Cultural exchange
- The process of sharing cultural elements between different cultures.
- Example: Cultural exchange programs allow students to experience life in another country.
Cultural resilience
Cultural resilience
- The ability of a culture to adapt and thrive despite challenges.
- Example: Cultural resilience is evident in communities that maintain their traditions despite external pressures.
Cultural hybridity
Cultural hybridity
- The blending of elements from different cultures to create something new.
- Example: Cultural hybridity is common in multicultural societies, where various traditions merge.
Cultural diffusion
Cultural diffusion
- The spread of cultural elements from one society to another.
*Example: Cultural diffusion occurs through trade, migration, and media influences.
passed down
passed down
- to teach or give something to someone who will be alive after you have died
- that traditional food is passed down from generation to generation.
cultural roots
Cultural roots
help to connect you to your cultural roots.
unique qualities
unique qualities
It allows us to appreciate and celebrate the unique qualities of our heritage.
fade away
fade away
- to slowly disappear, lose importance, or become weaker
- we ensure that our culture does not fade away with time.
ancestors
ancestors
They may also be associated with religious ceremonies or cultural events that give us a sense of pride and connection with our ancestors.
