Cultural
adjective
Related to the habits, traditions, art, and beliefs of a society.
Cultural differences can often lead to misunderstandings.
Often appears as...
- cultural diversity
- cultural heritage
adjective
Connected with activities that are related to art, music, literature, etc.
There are many cultural events happening in the city this month.
Often appears as...
- cultural activities
- cultural event
adjective
Related to the ideas, customs, and social behaviour of a society or group.
Understanding cultural norms is crucial when studying societies.
Often appears as...
- cultural norms
- cultural impact
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Academic
adjective
Concerning the cultivation or farming activities of a region or a group.
Cultural practices such as crop rotation help maintain the fertility of the soil.
Often appears as...
- cultural practices
- cultural landscape
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Technical
adjective
Related to the habits, traditions, art, and beliefs of a society.
Cultural differences can often lead to misunderstandings.
Often appears as...
- cultural diversity
- cultural heritage
adjective
Connected with activities that are related to art, music, literature, etc.
There are many cultural events happening in the city this month.
Often appears as...
- cultural activities
- cultural event
adjective
Related to the ideas, customs, and social behaviour of a society or group.
Understanding cultural norms is crucial when studying societies.
Often appears as...
- cultural norms
- cultural impact
Usage tips
Academic
adjective
Concerning the cultivation or farming activities of a region or a group.
Cultural practices such as crop rotation help maintain the fertility of the soil.
Often appears as...
- cultural practices
- cultural landscape
Usage tips
Technical
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Pro Tip 1/3Common Misunderstandings
Certain cultural references may be misinterpreted when you cross borders; context is key.
A thumbs-up is a positive cultural sign in many countries, but offensive in others.
Pro Tip 2/3Social Sensitivity
Using 'cultural' properly shows respect for the diversity within societies.
She has a keen interest in cultural traditions of Indigenous people.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Assumptions
Don't assume one aspect defines a culture; it's commonly a mix of influences.
Japanese cultural conventions blend ancient traditions with modern aspects.
Pro Tip 1/3Common Misunderstandings
Certain cultural references may be misinterpreted when you cross borders; context is key.
A thumbs-up is a positive cultural sign in many countries, but offensive in others.
Pro Tip 2/3Social Sensitivity
Using 'cultural' properly shows respect for the diversity within societies.
She has a keen interest in cultural traditions of Indigenous people.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Assumptions
Don't assume one aspect defines a culture; it's commonly a mix of influences.
Japanese cultural conventions blend ancient traditions with modern aspects.
Pro Tip 1/3Common Misunderstandings
Certain cultural references may be misinterpreted when you cross borders; context is key.
A thumbs-up is a positive cultural sign in many countries, but offensive in others.
Pro Tip 2/3Social Sensitivity
Using 'cultural' properly shows respect for the diversity within societies.
She has a keen interest in cultural traditions of Indigenous people.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Assumptions
Don't assume one aspect defines a culture; it's commonly a mix of influences.
Japanese cultural conventions blend ancient traditions with modern aspects.
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A different way to...
but in different ways depending on arrangement and cultural context. So it turns out that the wheel method is more than just a nifty way of visualizing complex rhythms. By freeing us from the tyranny of the bar line, we can visualize rhythm in terms of time, and a simple turn of the wheel can take us on a musical journey around the world.
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Love and hormones PIPE...
with one person rather than another there's many cultural reasons but I wondered if biology could also play a role you know people will say we have chemistry what do they mean by we have chemistry so I began to study the biology of personality there's two basic parts of personality does your Nate
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How interpreters juggle...
a less threatening comment. Though the intended meaning was eventually clarified, the initial impact of Khrushchev's apparent words put the world on a path that could have led to nuclear armageddon. So now, given the complexities of language and cultural exchange,
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What are the universal...
as well as social, economic, and cultural rights, such as the right to education and the right to freely choose one's occupation and be paid and treated fairly. The declaration takes no sides as to which rights are more important, insisting on their universality,
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What is love? - Brad...
hugging, public displays of affection, dating, marriage, having kids, or just sex. But these loving actions can be subjective or culturally relative. You may love or be someone who can't have kids or doesn't want to, who believes in marriage but also in divorce,
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Margaret Stewart: How...
Whether you're an artist, a technologist, a lawyer or a fan, the handling of copyright directly impacts your life. Rights management is no longer simply a question of ownership, it's a complex web of relationships and a critical part of our cultural landscape.
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Should we get rid of...
may do poorly, telling us more about the test taker's cultural familiarity than their academic learning. In these cases, the tests may need to be designed differently. Standardized tests can also have a hard time measuring abstract characteristics or skills,
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New Zealand's Stunning...
I learnt about the craft, but much more importantly I learnt about the cultural meaning of the carvings. So there’s a world that we learned in coming here called manakitanga. To me what that means it is that its an honor to be honoring you.
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Elephants Freed From...
the country and originally this was set up to be a reminder of that cultural traditional heritage link that they have but also to help educate people about how critically endangered elephants are in the wild here
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The psychology of...
characterized by extroversion, dominance, and attention seeking. Grandiose narcissists pursue attention and power, sometimes as politicians, celebrities, or cultural leaders.
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A different way to...
but in different ways depending on arrangement and cultural context. So it turns out that the wheel method is more than just a nifty way of visualizing complex rhythms. By freeing us from the tyranny of the bar line, we can visualize rhythm in terms of time, and a simple turn of the wheel can take us on a musical journey around the world.
Video examples
Love and hormones PIPE...
with one person rather than another there's many cultural reasons but I wondered if biology could also play a role you know people will say we have chemistry what do they mean by we have chemistry so I began to study the biology of personality there's two basic parts of personality does your Nate
Video examples
How interpreters juggle...
a less threatening comment. Though the intended meaning was eventually clarified, the initial impact of Khrushchev's apparent words put the world on a path that could have led to nuclear armageddon. So now, given the complexities of language and cultural exchange,
Video examples
What are the universal...
as well as social, economic, and cultural rights, such as the right to education and the right to freely choose one's occupation and be paid and treated fairly. The declaration takes no sides as to which rights are more important, insisting on their universality,
Video examples
What is love? - Brad...
hugging, public displays of affection, dating, marriage, having kids, or just sex. But these loving actions can be subjective or culturally relative. You may love or be someone who can't have kids or doesn't want to, who believes in marriage but also in divorce,
Video examples
Margaret Stewart: How...
Whether you're an artist, a technologist, a lawyer or a fan, the handling of copyright directly impacts your life. Rights management is no longer simply a question of ownership, it's a complex web of relationships and a critical part of our cultural landscape.
Video examples
Should we get rid of...
may do poorly, telling us more about the test taker's cultural familiarity than their academic learning. In these cases, the tests may need to be designed differently. Standardized tests can also have a hard time measuring abstract characteristics or skills,
Video examples
New Zealand's Stunning...
I learnt about the craft, but much more importantly I learnt about the cultural meaning of the carvings. So there’s a world that we learned in coming here called manakitanga. To me what that means it is that its an honor to be honoring you.
Video examples
Elephants Freed From...
the country and originally this was set up to be a reminder of that cultural traditional heritage link that they have but also to help educate people about how critically endangered elephants are in the wild here
Video examples
The psychology of...
characterized by extroversion, dominance, and attention seeking. Grandiose narcissists pursue attention and power, sometimes as politicians, celebrities, or cultural leaders.
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Viola Davis
American Actress
Sometimes you see how humanity can rise above any kind of cultural ills and hate that a person's capacity to love and communicate and forgive can be bigger than anything else.
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Taj Mahal
American Musician
My perspective is cultural and world-based. It's always been a global perspective.
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Jackie Chan
Chinese Actor
I feel that there are a few things in the world without cultural barriers.
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Julie Bishop
Australian Politician
Our cultural diversity has most certainly shaped our national character.
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Sharmila Tagore
Indian Actress
There's a cultural difference between India and the rest of the world.
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Anoushka Shankar
British Musician
Shiraz' is an important part of our filmmaking and cultural history.
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Martin Winterkorn
German Businessman
MoMA is one of the world's most admired cultural institutions.
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William J. Clinton
American President
You are the most powerful cultural force in the world.
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Fiona Bruce
British Journalist
The BBC is a huge part of the nation's cultural life.
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Genesis P-Orridge
English Musician
Pleasure is a cultural weapon. Use it wisely.
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Viola Davis
American Actress
Sometimes you see how humanity can rise above any kind of cultural ills and hate that a person's capacity to love and communicate and forgive can be bigger than anything else.
Quote examples
Taj Mahal
American Musician
My perspective is cultural and world-based. It's always been a global perspective.
Quote examples
Jackie Chan
Chinese Actor
I feel that there are a few things in the world without cultural barriers.
Quote examples
Julie Bishop
Australian Politician
Our cultural diversity has most certainly shaped our national character.
Quote examples
Sharmila Tagore
Indian Actress
There's a cultural difference between India and the rest of the world.
Quote examples
Anoushka Shankar
British Musician
Shiraz' is an important part of our filmmaking and cultural history.
Quote examples
Martin Winterkorn
German Businessman
MoMA is one of the world's most admired cultural institutions.
Quote examples
William J. Clinton
American President
You are the most powerful cultural force in the world.
Quote examples
Fiona Bruce
British Journalist
The BBC is a huge part of the nation's cultural life.
Quote examples
Genesis P-Orridge
English Musician
Pleasure is a cultural weapon. Use it wisely.
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