culture
Meaning: The customs, arts, and beliefs of a society; refined taste
Culture refers to the shared beliefs, customs, arts, and way of life of a particular group or nation. It can also mean refined appreciation of arts and learning. 'Company culture' describes workplace values and behaviours. 'Culture shock' is disorientation when experiencing an unfamiliar culture.
Examples
- British culture has influenced countries around the world. 英国文化影响了世界各地的国家。La cultura británica ha influido en países de todo el mundo.イギリスの文化は世界中の国々に影響を与えてきました。영국 문화는 전 세계 국가들에 영향을 미쳐 왔습니다.
- The company has a strong culture of innovation. 公司有着强烈的创新文化。La empresa tiene una fuerte cultura de innovación.会社には強いイノベーションの文化があります。회사에는 강한 혁신 문화가 있습니다.
- She's very interested in Japanese culture. 她对日本文化非常感兴趣。Ella está muy interesada en la cultura japonesa.彼女は日本文化にとても興味があります。그녀는 일본 문화에 매우 관심이 많습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'cultura' meaning 'tending, cultivation' (of land), from 'colere' (to till, cultivate). The meaning expanded from growing crops to cultivating the mind, and eventually to the arts, beliefs, and customs of a society.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
Story & Trivia
From Latin 'cultura' meaning tending or cultivation (of land). The meaning expanded from growing crops to cultivating the mind, and eventually to the arts, beliefs, and customs of a society.
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