Famous-family-traditions-and-customs (3)

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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
The birthday person is gently
In Vietnam, many people don't
first bite from the cake, and
pulled by the ears as many
celebrate their actual birthday.
then friends and family gently
times as they are old, and one
Instead, everyone becomes a
push his face right into the
more time for good luck. They
year older on the same day –
cake! It is believed that this
say it's for the birthday person
the New Year, or "Tet." On this
brings good luck and, of
to "hear" the next year coming.
day, families gather for a big
course, causes a lot of
feast, and it is considered a
laughter.
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
midnight, people try to eat twelve
old things, like dishes or furniture,
called Hogmanay. A very important
grapes – one with each stroke. If
out of the windows, saying
tradition is "first-footing." The first
you succeed, your twelve wishes
goodbye to the problems of the old
person to cross the threshold of
will come true in the coming year.
year.
your house after midnight brings
This tradition requires a lot of skill!
luck for the whole year. It is best if
this is a dark-haired 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.