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Vocabolario per IELTS Academic (Punteggio 6-7) - Cultura e Costume

Qui, imparerai alcune parole inglesi relative alla Cultura e alle Usanze che sono necessarie per l'esame accademico IELTS.

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (6-7)
mythology
mythology
[sostantivo]

a collection of ancient myths, particularly one that belongs to a group of people and their history, etc.

mitologia

mitologia

Ex: Many cultures around the world have their own mythology, which reflects their history, values, and worldview. 

Molte culture in tutto il mondo hanno la propria mitologia, che riflette la loro storia, valori e visione del mondo.

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cuisine
cuisine
[sostantivo]

a method or style of cooking that is specific to a country or region

cucina

cucina

Ex: She appreciated the rich flavors and spices found in traditional Indian cuisine. 

Ha apprezzato i sapori ricchi e le spezie presenti nella cucina tradizionale indiana.

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subculture
subculture
[sostantivo]

a group within a larger culture that shares distinctive values, norms, and behaviors, often differing from those of the dominant culture

sottocultura, subcultura

sottocultura, subcultura

Ex: The punk subculture emerged in the 1970s as a rebellion against mainstream culture, with its distinctive music, fashion, and anti-establishment attitudes still prevalent among its followers today. 

La subcultura punk emerse negli anni '70 come una ribellione contro la cultura mainstream, con la sua musica, moda e atteggiamenti anti-establishment distintivi ancora prevalenti tra i suoi seguaci oggi.

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multiculturalism
multiculturalism
[sostantivo]

the belief that cultural diversity within a society should be respected

multiculturalismo

multiculturalismo

Ex: Multiculturalism is an ongoing process that requires active engagement and dialogue among individuals and communities to build a more inclusive and harmonious society. 

Il multiculturalismo è un processo continuo che richiede un impegno attivo e un dialogo tra individui e comunità per costruire una società più inclusiva e armoniosa.

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assimilation
assimilation
[sostantivo]

the social process of absorbing one cultural group into harmony with another

assimilazione, integrazione culturale

assimilazione, integrazione culturale

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rite
rite
[sostantivo]

a formal or traditional act performed for a specific purpose, often in religious or cultural ceremonies

rito, cerimonia

rito, cerimonia

Ex: The warriors took part in a victory rite after battle. 

I guerrieri hanno preso parte a un rito di vittoria dopo la battaglia.

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architecture
architecture
[sostantivo]

the art, study, or profession of designing buildings and other structures

architettura

architettura

Ex: Modern architecture often combines function with simple design. 
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etiquette
etiquette
[sostantivo]

a set of conventional rules or formal manners, usually in the form of ethical code

etiquette

etiquette

Ex: Her etiquette at the meeting was impeccable. 

La sua etichetta durante la riunione era impeccabile.

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festivity
festivity
[sostantivo]

any social gathering that is celebrated in a cheerful way

festa, festività

festa, festività

Ex: The holiday season is filled with various festivities, from family dinners to office parties. 

La stagione delle feste è piena di varie festività, dai pranzi in famiglia alle feste in ufficio.

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commemoration
commemoration
[sostantivo]

a formal ceremony held to remember and honor a person or significant event

commemorazione,  cerimonia commemorativa

commemorazione, cerimonia commemorativa

Ex: A candlelight commemoration took place in the town square. 
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heritage
heritage
[sostantivo]

a person's ethnic, cultural, or religious background inherited from their ancestors

patrimonio

patrimonio

Ex: Her Jewish heritage has strongly influenced her sense of identity. 
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taboo
taboo
[sostantivo]

a topic, term, or action that is forbidden or avoided for religious or cultural reasons

Taboo

Taboo

Ex: The act of showing affection in public is a taboo in some countries. 

L'atto di mostrare affetto in pubblico è un tabù in alcuni paesi.

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superstition
superstition
[sostantivo]

an irrational belief arising from ignorance or fear

superstizione, credenza superstiziosa

superstizione, credenza superstiziosa

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ancestry
ancestry
[sostantivo]

the people from whom a person is descended

ascendenza

ascendenza

Ex: The ancestry of the family can be seen in old portraits. 
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decorum
decorum
[sostantivo]

behavior that conforms to accepted standards of propriety, etiquette, or social conduct

decoro, decenza

decoro, decenza

Ex: Public decorum was expected at all times during the royal visit. 

Il decoro pubblico era atteso in ogni momento durante la visita reale.

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formality
formality
[sostantivo]

the quality of being serious, conventional, and ceremonious in manner or style

formalità

formalità

Ex: The formality of the occasion required appropriate dress. 
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propriety
propriety
[sostantivo]

the way of behaving that is considered to be morally and socially correct and acceptable

correttezza

correttezza

Ex: The guidelines were established to ensure propriety in business dealings. 

Le linee guida sono state stabilite per garantire la correttezza nelle transazioni commerciali.

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urbanity
urbanity
[sostantivo]

a refined politeness and sophistication in behavior and manner

urbanità, cortesia raffinata

urbanità, cortesia raffinata

Ex: As a host, his urbanity set guests at ease, making every event memorable. 

Come ospite, la sua urbanità metteva a proprio agio gli ospiti, rendendo ogni evento memorabile.

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stereotype
stereotype
[sostantivo]

a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing

stereotipo

stereotipo

Ex: The ad challenged the stereotype that certain jobs are only for men. 

La pubblicità ha sfidato lo stereotipo che certi lavori siano solo per uomini.

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integration
integration
[sostantivo]

the process of bringing people from different racial, ethnic, religious, or social groups into equal participation in a community or institution

integrazione,  integrazione razziale

integrazione, integrazione razziale

Ex: The neighborhood became a symbol of ethnic integration during the 1960s. 
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matriarchy
matriarchy
[sostantivo]

a society where women have primary authority and leadership roles

matriarcato, società matriarcale

matriarcato, società matriarcale

Ex: The household operated under a matriarchy with the grandmother in charge. 

La famiglia operava sotto un matriarcato con la nonna al comando.

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patriarchy
patriarchy
[sostantivo]

a family or kinship system in which a male serves as the head and lineage is traced through the male line

Patriarcato

Patriarcato

Ex: Anthropologists studied the evolution of patriarchy across cultures. 

Gli antropologi hanno studiato l'evoluzione del patriarcato attraverso le culture.

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hierarchy
hierarchy
[sostantivo]

a system in which people are ranked at different levels according to their status, authority, or importance

gerarchia

gerarchia

Ex: He was near the bottom of the political hierarchy. 
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folkways
folkways
[sostantivo]

informal social norms or customary behaviors that guide everyday life within a culture

usanze, costumi

usanze, costumi

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