der Brauch
Translation
custom, tradition, usage, practice
Examples
Es ist ein alter Brauch.
It is an old custom.
Jede Region hat ihre eigenen Bräuche.
Every region has its own customs.
Nach altem Brauch feiern wir Weihnachten.
According to old custom, we celebrate Christmas.
Grammar Patterns
((to be a custom)) to be a custom It is an old custom to set off fireworks on New Year's Eve.
((according to old custom)) according to old custom According to old custom, people eat fish on Good Friday.
Similar Words
Sitte (custom), Tradition (tradition); Antonyms: Neuerung (innovation)
Etymology
From Middle High German 'brūch', related to 'brauchen' (to need, use). A custom is something that is 'used' or practiced.
Memory Tips
Think of what a culture 'braucht' (needs/uses) to feel connected – its 'Brauch' (customs).