Word
cultural
Phoneticscul·tur·al, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈkəɫtʃɝəɫ/
UK/kˈʌltʃəɹəl/
Definitions
01society and traditions
B1 · Intermediate
adj. relating to the habits, traditions, and beliefs of a particular group of people.
adj. relating to the shared ideas, customs, and social behaviour of a specific society or group.
“The city has many cultural differences because people from all over the world live there.”
“The festival provides a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous population through music and dance.”
Synonyms
02arts and literature
B1 · Intermediate
adj. relating to music, art, theatre, and other creative activities.
adj. relating to the arts and to intellectual achievements within a society.
“The government is spending more money on cultural events like concerts and art shows.”
“The city was designated as a cultural hub, attracting investment for new galleries, theatres, and independent cinema projects.”
Synonyms
03human-made
C1 · Advanced Science Academic · Technical
adj. caused by human activity rather than by nature.
adj. resulting from or influenced by human activity, often used in scientific or environmental contexts to distinguish from natural processes.
“The changes in the landscape were cultural rather than natural.”
“Archaeologists identified several cultural layers in the soil, indicating that the site had been occupied by humans for thousands of years.”
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Antonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “cultural” in context.
Verb
01. bridge cultural
“Music is a universal language that helps bridge cultural divides.”
verb + adj
Noun
02. cultural heritage
“The temple is protected as a site of significant cultural heritage.”
adj + noun
03. cultural identity
“Language is a vital part of a person's cultural identity.”
adj + noun
04. cultural awareness
“The course helps employees develop better cultural awareness.”
adj + noun
05. cultural events
06. cultural contexts
07. cultural institutions
08. cultural life
09. a sense of cultural identity
“Traditional festivals help maintain a sense of cultural identity.”
10. cross-cultural communication
“The workshop focuses on improving cross-cultural communication skills.”
11. cultural and linguistic diversity
“The policy recognizes the importance of cultural and linguistic diversity.”
12. cultural aspect
Etymology
From culture + -al.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · IntermediateOxford
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