steeped in tradition
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steeped in tradition
Having a long and significant history or tradition. The word is often used for companies, clubs, places, or events that have existed for a long time and are known for their continuity and traditional values.
Das traditionsreiche Familienunternehmen feiert dieses Jahr sein 150-jähriges Bestehen.
The family business, steeped in tradition, is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year.
The word is composed of “Tradition” (tradition) and “reich” (rich) and literally means “rich in tradition.” The “s” in the middle is a linking s that connects the two parts of the word.
Das Hotel ist traditionsreich und wird seit Generationen von derselben Familie geführt.
The hotel is steeped in tradition and has been run by the same family for generations.
The adjective often describes institutions or places with a long history. Typical combinations are “traditionsreiches Unternehmen” (company steeped in tradition), “traditionsreicher Verein” (club steeped in tradition), “traditionsreiche Stadt” (city steeped in tradition), or “traditionsreiche Universität” (university steeped in tradition).
Der traditionsreiche Fußballverein hat viele treue Fans.
The football club, steeped in tradition, has many loyal fans.
The word has a very positive connotation. It is often used in advertising or in official descriptions to emphasize history, quality, and continuity.
Wir verkaufen handgemachte Produkte aus einer traditionsreichen Manufaktur.
We sell handmade products from a traditional manufactory steeped in tradition.
traditional
Traditionell describes something that happens according to an inherited practice. Traditionsreich, by contrast, describes something with a long and significant history. An event can therefore have a traditional opening ceremony, while the event itself is traditionsreich if it has existed for a long time.
Das traditionsreiche Stadtfest findet seit mehr als hundert Jahren statt.
The festival steeped in tradition has been held for more than a hundred years.
Das Stadtfest wird traditionell mit einem Umzug eröffnet.
The town festival traditionally opens with a parade.
