Talking about Culture and Custom: English Vocabulary List

an expression of polite and friendly gestures or words when meeting someone

"A handshake is a standard business greeting."

"A warm smile is often the most genuine greeting you can offer."

the items that we wear, particularly a specific type of items

"Winter clothing keeps you warm."

"Warm clothing is essential during winter to protect your body from extremely cold temperatures and wind."

a way of behaving or of doing something that is widely accepted in a society or among a specific group of people

"It is a local custom."

"The annual harvest festival is a deeply ingrained custom that brings the entire community together each year."

an established way of thinking or doing something among a specific group of people

"This tradition is old."

"The family's long-standing tradition of gathering for a special meal on New Year's Eve is cherished by everyone."

a formal public or religious occasion where a set of traditional actions are performed

"The wedding ceremony was simple but beautiful."

"A Japanese tea ceremony is a highly ritualized and meditative practice focused on the aesthetic preparation and graceful serving of matcha"

a religious ceremony in which people bury or cremate a dead person

"The funeral was sad."

"Many friends and family members attended the funeral to pay their respects and offer comfort to the grieving family."