しきたり
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Base noun form. Written in hiragana; refers to traditional practices or customs that are socially accepted and passed down. Used in contexts like 『古いしきたり』 (furui shikitari, 'old tradition').
Theme
At a local community center, User and their friend Yoshiko discuss traditional customs in their town.
しきたり
しきたり
custom, conventional practice, tradition
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Think of 'shiki-tari' (しきたり shikitari) as a 'she-key' to 'tradition' — it's the key custom passed down through generations! 'She-key-tari' → しきたり (shikitari, 'custom, tradition').
Cultural Note
『しきたり』 (shikitari, 'custom, tradition') refers to established practices in Japanese culture, such as bowing, gift-giving, or seasonal festivals. These customs are deeply respected and often followed in daily life and special occasions.
Forms
Base: しきたりBase noun form. Written in hiragana; refers to traditional practices or customs that are socially accepted and passed down. Used in contexts like 『古いしきたり』 (furui shikitari, 'old tradition').