Culture and Custom

偶像破坏者, 传统颠覆者

The philosopher was an iconoclast, questioning every moral assumption of his time.

这位哲学家是一位偶像破坏者，质疑他那个时代的每一个道德假设。

破坏偶像, 对宗教图像的拒绝或破坏

The Byzantine Iconoclasm of the 8th and 9th centuries was a period of religious controversy and conflict characterized by the destruction of religious images and icons.

8世纪和9世纪的拜占庭破坏圣像运动是一段以破坏宗教图像和圣像为特征的宗教争议和冲突时期。

习俗, 价值观

The mores of a traditional society often dictate strict gender roles and expectations for behavior.

传统社会的习俗往往规定了严格的性别角色和行为期望。

民族志, 民族志研究

The anthropologist conducted ethnography in a remote Amazonian tribe, living with the community to document their customs and traditions.

人类学家在一个偏远的亚马逊部落进行了民族志研究，与社区生活在一起以记录他们的习俗和传统。

反文化, 反文化运动

The Beat Generation of the 1950s and 1960s is considered a counterculture movement, rejecting conventional norms through literature, art, and lifestyle.

1950年代和1960年代的垮掉的一代被认为是一场反文化运动，通过文学、艺术和生活方式拒绝传统规范。

图腾, 神圣的象征

The totem of the tribe, a majestic eagle, stood tall as a symbol of unity and shared ancestry.

部落的图腾，一只雄伟的鹰，高高矗立，象征着团结和共同的祖先。

She exaggerated the hand gestures as a mannerism for comedic effect.

The conventionality of the ceremony reflected longstanding tradition.

信条, 信仰宣言

The Nicene Creed is a well-known Christian credo that articulates fundamental beliefs about the nature of God and Christ.

尼西亚信经是一个著名的基督教信条，阐述了关于上帝和基督本质的基本信仰。

戒律, 指导原则

"Honesty is the best policy" is a precept often emphasized to instill the value of truthfulness in individuals.

“诚实是最好的政策”是一条常被强调以向个人灌输诚实价值的准则。

盛况, 壮观的场面

The opening ceremony of the Olympics is a dazzling display of pageantry, featuring artistic performances and the parade of participating nations.

奥运会的开幕式是盛况的炫目展示，以艺术表演和参赛国家的游行队伍为特色。

融合, 文化融合

The city's fashion scene reflects a syncretism of global styles and local traditions.

这座城市的时尚场景反映了全球风格与当地传统的融合。

多元文化主义

Multiculturalism celebrates the richness of cultural diversity and recognizes the contributions of different ethnic, religious, and linguistic groups to society.

多元文化主义颂扬文化多样性的丰富性，并承认不同民族、宗教和语言群体对社会的贡献。

亚文化, 次文化

The goth subculture, characterized by its dark fashion and music preferences, often congregates in alternative clubs and events.

哥特亚文化以其黑暗的时尚和音乐偏好为特征，经常聚集在另类俱乐部和活动中。

民俗, 民间传统

Folklore encompasses a wide range of cultural expressions, including myths, legends, fairy tales, folk songs, and folk dances.

民俗涵盖了广泛的文化表现形式，包括神话、传说、童话、民歌和民间舞蹈。

晚会

The ambassador hosted a lavish soiree at the embassy, inviting diplomats, dignitaries, and local elites.

内婚制, 同一群体内通婚

In some communities, endogamy is encouraged to preserve cultural traditions.

在一些社区中，鼓励内婚以保留文化传统。

仪式主义, 礼制主义

The tribal ritualism included dancing around the fire to appease the gods.

部落的仪式主义包括围着火跳舞以安抚神灵。

泛灵论, 相信灵魂存在于自然元素、物体和生物中的信仰

Animism is evident in cultures where natural elements, like trees or rivers, are believed to possess spiritual significance.

泛灵论在认为树木或河流等自然元素具有精神意义的文化中显而易见。

母系的, 与母系血统有关的

In matrilineal tribes, inheritance comes from mothers.

在母系部落中，继承权来自母亲。

父系的

In a patrilineal society, family lineage is determined by the father's side.

在父系社会中，家族血统由父亲一方决定。

文化适应的, 与文化适应有关的

Studying abroad offers acculturational experiences in different cultures.

出国留学提供了在不同文化中的文化适应经历。