Culturally
/ˈkʌltʃərəli/
Definitions
In a manner that is related to the ideas, customs, and social behaviour of a society or group.
/ˈkʌltʃərəli/
In a way that relates to culture or cultures.
The film explores the challenges of cross-cultural relationships and culturally insensitive behaviors.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're talking about traditions, like how different families celebrate birthdays. Culturally means doing something in a way that shows your family's or community's specific customs. Like, some cultures might have big parties, while others might have smaller, quieter celebrations.
👶 For kids: When you do something because of your family's or group's special traditions and beliefs, you're doing it culturally.
More Examples
The company needs to adapt its marketing strategy to be more culturally sensitive to the local market.
It is important to understand that the behaviors of individuals are shaped by their cultural background.
How It's Used
"The exhibit presented objects of importance culturally."
"The study aims to understand how rituals are performed culturally."
"Different societies react to events culturally."
Idioms & expressions
culturally diverse
Characterized by or including people from various cultures.
"The school's student body is culturally diverse, representing many countries."
culturally sensitive
Aware of and respectful of cultural differences.
"Healthcare providers must be culturally sensitive to patient needs."
From "culture" + "-ally". "Culture" itself comes from the French word "culture" and ultimately from the Latin "cultura," meaning "cultivation" or "tilling." The suffix "-ally" transforms the noun into an adverb.
The word "culturally" gained prominence with the development of anthropology and sociology, reflecting the growing importance of understanding the impact of culture on human behaviour and societies.
Memory tip
Think of how you dress, what you eat, or how you celebrate holidays – all culturally influenced.