German Word · Intermediate
tradieren
to hand down
Pronunciation: /tʁaˈdiːʁən/
Meaning
to hand down
Example
Der Brauch wurde über Generationen hinweg tradiert.
The custom has been passed down through generations.
Practice tips
- Practice tradieren out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.