man4 zuk6民俗
Jyutpingman4 zuk6
Yalemàhn juhk
Definition
Folk customs and traditions of the common people.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the collective habits, beliefs, and traditions passed down through generations within a community. It is a formal term often used in academic, cultural, or historical contexts rather than casual conversation. When discussing specific practices, people often prefer more descriptive terms like 習俗 or 傳統.
Examples
Many traditional folk customs are preserved here.
Are you interested in these local folk customs?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general word for culture, but it specifically focuses on folk or traditional practices rather than broader societal culture like 藝術 or 文學.
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Grammar guides
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