No. 2,215 in Catalan
costum
"Costum" means "custom" or "habit" in English.
In a sentence
És un costum típic de la regió menjar castanyes per la Castanyada.
It is a typical custom of the region to eat chestnuts for the Castanyada.
In this sentence, 'costum' refers to a traditional practice or habit that is characteristic of a specific culture or community.
Té el costum d’aixecar-se a les sis del matí cada dia.
He has the habit of waking up at six in the morning every day.
Here, 'costum' points to a personal habit or routine performed regularly by someone.
No és feina meva canviar els seus costums.
It is not my job to change their customs.
In this case, 'costum' signifies the practices or ways of behavior adopted by a group of people.
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