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"Traditionally" is an adverb which is often translated as "tradicionalmente", and "traditional" is an adjective which is often translated as "tradicional". Learn more about the difference between "traditionally" and "traditional" below.
traditionally()
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. tradicionalmente
Traditionally, Christmas is celebrated on December 25th in the United States.Tradicionalmente, la Navidad se celebra el 25 de diciembre en Estados Unidos.
a. a la manera tradicional
This dish is traditionally prepared with veal.Este plato, a la manera tradicional, se prepara con ternera.
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traditional()
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. tradicional
Dancers wore traditional clothing for the festival.En el festival, los bailarines lucieron trajes tradicionales.
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