way of life
compound.compound. the typical habits, customs, and beliefs of a person or a group of people.
compound. the typical manner in which a person or group lives, encompassing social customs, daily habits, and cultural values.
Farming is a very hard way of life.
Moving to a small island changed their entire way of life and made them feel more relaxed.
The rapid expansion of digital technology has fundamentally altered the traditional way of life for many rural communities across the globe.
often used with adjectives like 'traditional', 'modern', or 'simple' to describe a specific culture or routine.
encourage students to use this when discussing culture or sociology; it is more holistic than just 'lifestyle' as it often implies deeper values or traditions.
the way of the lifethe way of lifethe phrase is a fixed compound and does not usually take an article before 'life' when speaking generally.