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風習 (noun)

A social custom or traditional practice that has been passed down within a specific region or community for a long time. It describes the collective habits and manners of a group rather than an individual's routine.

💬 Example

"地方の風習です。"

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a 'Wind' (風) blowing through a village, and everyone 'Learning' (習) to dance exactly like the wind. That dance...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
慣習 習慣 伝統 しきたり 習わし
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 風習 for personal habits. → 習慣 (shūkan)

Confusing it with 復習 (fukushū - review). → 風習 (fūshū)

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