culture
intermediateB1/ˈkʌltʃər/ · cul-ture
The ideas, customs, and social behavior of a particular people or society.
Meanings
The ideas, customs, and social behavior of a particular people or society.
کسی خاص قوم یا معاشرے کے خیالات، رسم و رواج اور سماجی طرز عمل۔
ثقافت
saqafat
Synonyms
Common Collocations
- cultural diversity
- cultural heritage
- popular culture
Example Sentences
Different cultures enrich our understanding of the world.
مختلف ثقافتیں ہماری دنیا کے بارے میں سمجھ بوجھ کو بڑھاتی ہیں۔
Mukhtalif saqafatain hamari duniya ke bare mein samajh bojh ko barhati hain.
The preservation of cultural heritage is essential for future generations.
ثقافتی ورثے کا تحفظ مستقبل کی نسلوں کے لئے ضروری ہے۔
Saqafati virse ka tahafuz mustaqbil ki naslon ke liye zaroori hai.
Each culture has its own unique traditions and customs.
ہر ثقافت کی اپنی منفرد روایات اور رسومات ہوتی ہیں۔
Har saqafat ki apni manfarid riwayaat aur rasmmaat hoti hain.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'culture' as the 'color' of a society, giving it life and variety.
A vibrant market filled with diverse traditions and activities.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
ہزاروں خواہشیں ایسی کہ ہر خواہش پہ دم نکلے بہت نکلے میرے ارمان، لیکن پھر بھی کم نکلے
Hazaron khwahishain aisi ke har khwahish pe dam nikle Bohat nikle mere armaan, lekin phir bhi kam nikle
Thousands of desires, each worth dying for Many of my wishes were fulfilled, yet many more remained.
— Mirza Ghalib, Unverified
* Poetry attribution is AI-generated and may require verification.
🗣️ Urdu Proverb
ثقافت کی جڑیں زمین میں ہوتی ہیں۔
Saqafat ki jaden zameen mein hoti hain.
The roots of culture lie in the land.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "cultura" — to cultivate, to care for
First known use: 14th century
The word 'culture' originated from the Latin word 'cultura,' which means cultivation or care. Over time, it has evolved to encompass social customs, beliefs, and forms of expression within societies.