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Famous
family
traditions
and customs

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What Are Family Traditions?
Today I would like to talk about a family traditions and customs. So, what are traditions? Traditions are repeated activities,
rituals, or rules that are passed down from generation to generation. They can be big, like celebrating a national holiday, or
very small. The most important thing is that these actions have meaning and value for the family. They create a sense of
stability, belonging, and help us feel part of something bigger – our family's history.

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Birthday Traditions Around the World
Let's start with one of the happiest traditions – birthdays. They are celebrated everywhere, but in very different ways!
Mexico
Russia
Vietnam
The birthday person takes the first
The birthday person is gently
In Vietnam, many people don't
bite from the cake, and then
pulled by the ears as many times
celebrate their actual birthday.
friends and family gently push his
as they are old, and one more time
Instead, everyone becomes a year
face right into the cake! It is
for good luck. They say it's for the
older on the same day – the New
believed that this brings good luck
birthday person to "hear" the next
Year, or "Tet." On this day, families
and, of course, causes a lot of
year coming.
gather for a big feast, and it is
laughter.
considered a collective birthday for
all.

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New Year Traditions Around the World
Holiday Traditions Around the World. New Year is probably the most global family holiday. Its traditions are diverse.
Spain
Italy
Scotland
When the clock starts striking
After midnight, Italians often throw
The New Year's celebration is called
midnight, people try to eat twelve
old things, like dishes or furniture, out
Hogmanay. A very important tradition
grapes – one with each stroke. If you
of the windows, saying goodbye to the
is "first-footing." The first person to
succeed, your twelve wishes will come
problems of the old year.
cross the threshold of your house
true in the coming year. This tradition
after midnight brings luck for the
requires a lot of skill!
whole year. It is best if this is a darkhaired man who comes with a piece
of coal, whiskey, or a cake – symbols
of warmth, prosperity, and food.

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Thanksgiving
Another important holiday is Thanksgiving, celebrated in the United
States and Canada. On this day, families gather for a big dinner. The
traditional food is roast turkey. People say "thank you" for all the good
things in their lives.

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Wedding and Everyday Traditions
In Germany, for example, the night before the wedding, friends and relatives break old plates, dishes, and flower pots in front
of the couple's house. The bride and groom then have to clean up the mess together. This is a fun test that shows they can
work as a team to overcome any difficulties in their future life.
Daily Rituals
But traditions aren't just about holidays. Daily rituals are just as important. In many
cultures, like in Italy or Greece, the family dinner is sacred. It's a time when everyone puts
aside their phones and work to talk about their day. In Norway, many families have a cozy
time on Friday or Saturday evening when they light candles, bake buns, play board games,
or read books together.

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My Family's Traditions
Of course, my family also has its own traditions. For birthdays,
before blowing out the candles, we always go around in a circle and
each guest says one warm word or wish to the birthday person.Our
NewYear tradition: We always set the table together, listen to the
president's address, and make wishes as the chimes ring. After that,
we watch the fireworks and give gifts.

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Conclusion
Family traditions come in all sizes. From funny birthday customs to
festive New Year rituals and simple daily routines, they all share one
important purpose. Traditions create strong, loving bonds between
family members. They give us a sense of identity, belonging, and
comfort.