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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 then
pulled by the ears as many times
celebrate their actual birthday.
friends and family gently push
as they are old, and one more
Instead, everyone becomes a
his face right into the cake! It is
time for good luck. They say it's
year older on the same day – the
believed that this brings good
for the birthday person to "hear"
New Year, or "Tet." On this day,
luck and, of course, causes a lot
the next year coming.
families gather for a big feast,
of laughter.
and it is 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,
Hogmanay. A very important
grapes – one with each stroke. If
out of the windows, saying goodbye
tradition is "first-footing." The first
you succeed, your twelve wishes will
to the problems of the old year.
person to cross the threshold of
come true in the coming year. This
your house after midnight brings
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.