Referring to something that has been passed down through generations within a family, often carrying historical or cultural significance.
Describing items or traditions that have been maintained and cherished over time, reflecting the legacy of one’s ancestors.
Denoting the transmission of customs, artifacts, or values that originate from forebears, emphasizing their lasting impact on descendants.
Example:
この先祖伝来の家宝は君の物だ。
The act of passing down traditions, customs, or objects across generations within a family or community, reflecting a historical lineage.
The process through which cultural elements, practices, or items are introduced from foreign sources into a different society or culture.
The transmission of knowledge, artifacts, or skills from ancestors to descendants, emphasizing the continuity of heritage.
The arrival of new influences or technologies from outside a culture, often leading to significant changes in social practices or beliefs.
Example:
私達の生活様式はヨーロッパ文明の伝来以来変化してきた。