Culture & Society Vocabulary (100 Words with Bangla Meaning)

Culture & Society Vocabulary (1–100)

1. Multiculturalism - বহুসংস্কৃতিবাদ (The presence of several distinct cultural or ethnic groups) - Multiculturalism enriches a society by introducing different perspectives.
2. Heritage - ঐতিহ্য (Valued objects and qualities such as historic buildings and cultural traditions) - It is our duty to preserve our national heritage.
3. Tradition - ঐতিহ্য/প্রথা (The transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation) - Breaking the fast together is a long-standing tradition.
4. Norms - আদর্শ/নীতিমালা (Something that is usual, typical, or standard in a society) - Social norms dictate how people behave in public.
5. Assimilation - আত্মীকরণ (The process of taking in and fully understanding information or ideas) - The assimilation of immigrants into a new culture takes time.
6. Diversity - বৈচিত্র্য (A range of different things) - The university promotes diversity by accepting students from all over the world.
7. Discrimination - বৈষম্য (The unjust treatment of different categories of people) - Laws are in place to prevent racial discrimination.
8. Prejudice - কুসংস্কার/পূর্বধারণা (Preconceived opinion not based on reason) - Education helps overcome prejudice.
9. Stereotype - ধরাবাঁধা ধারণা (A widely held oversimplified idea) - Avoid judging people based on cultural stereotypes.
10. Global Village - বিশ্বগ্রাম (The world considered as a single community) - The internet has created a global village.
11. Custom - প্রথা/রীতি (A traditional way of behaving) - Every country has unique marriage customs.
12. Etiquette - শিষ্টাচার (The customary code of polite behavior) - Good etiquette is essential at formal dinners.
13. Social Hierarchy - সামাজিক শ্রেণিবিন্যাস (Division of society by rank or class) - Many societies are reducing rigid social hierarchy.
14. Demographics - জনমিতি (Statistical data about populations) - The city’s demographics have shifted due to migration.
15. Status Quo - বর্তমান অবস্থা (The existing state of affairs) - Reformers challenge the status quo.
16. Values - মূল্যবোধ (Principles or standards of behavior) - Families teach moral values.
17. Civilization - সভ্যতা (Advanced stage of social development) - The Indus Valley civilization was advanced.
18. Belief System - বিশ্বাস পদ্ধতি (A set of principles forming a religion or ideology) - Culture is shaped by a shared belief system.
19. Ritual - আচার-অনুষ্ঠান (A religious or solemn ceremony) - Prayer is a daily ritual for many.
20. Segregation - পৃথকীকরণ (Enforced separation of groups) - The end of segregation was historic.
21. Integration - একীকরণ (The process of combining into a whole) - Social integration strengthens unity.
22. Tolerance - সহনশীলতা (Willingness to accept differences) - Religious tolerance promotes peace.
23. Social Cohesion - সামাজিক সংহতি (Bonds that hold society together) - Sports improve social cohesion.
24. Identity - পরিচয় (The fact of being who someone is) - Language shapes cultural identity.
25. Linguistic - ভাষাগত (Relating to language) - The country has rich linguistic diversity.
26. Ancestry - বংশোদ্ভূত (Family descent) - She researched her ancestry.
27. Folk - লোকজ (Relating to traditional culture) - Folk songs reflect rural life.
28. Urbanization - নগরায়ন (Process of becoming urban) - Rapid urbanization changes lifestyles.
29. Globalization - বিশ্বায়ন (Process of global integration) - Globalization spreads culture worldwide.
30. Individualism - ব্যক্তিবাদ (Priority to individual freedom) - Western societies value individualism.
31. Collectivism - সামষ্টিকতাবাদ (Priority to group goals) - Asian cultures often emphasize collectivism.
32. Patriotism - দেশপ্রেম (Devotion to one's country) - Patriotism inspires unity.
33. Xenophobia - বিদেশিভীতি (Fear of foreigners) - Economic hardship increases xenophobia.
34. Secularism - ধর্মনিরপেক্ষতা (Separation of state and religion) - Secularism protects equality.
35. Ethics - নীতিশাস্ত্র (Moral principles) - Professional ethics guide behavior.
36. Feminism - নারীবাদ (Advocacy of women's rights) - Feminism promotes gender equality.
37. Patriarchy - পিতৃতন্ত্র (System where men hold power) - Society is moving beyond patriarchy.
38. Social Mobility - সামাজিক গতিশীলতা (Movement between social classes) - Education increases social mobility.
39. Poverty Line - দারিদ্র্যসীমা (Minimum adequate income level) - Many live below the poverty line.
40. Marginalized - প্রান্তিক (Excluded from mainstream society) - Policies must protect marginalized groups.
41. Standard of Living - জীবনযাত্রার মান (Level of wealth and comfort) - Growth improves standard of living.
42. Human Rights - মানবাধিকার (Basic rights of every person) - Freedom is a fundamental human right.
43. Philanthropy - জনহিতৈষণা (Desire to promote welfare) - Philanthropy supports education.
44. Activism - সক্রিয়তাবাদ (Campaigning for change) - Climate activism is growing.
45. Community - সম্প্রদায় (Group living together) - A strong community supports members.
46. Conflict - দ্বন্দ্ব (Serious disagreement) - Dialogue prevents conflict.
47. Taboo - নিষিদ্ধ (Socially prohibited topic) - Some issues remain taboo.
48. Nationalism - জাতীয়তাবাদ (Support for national interests) - Extreme nationalism causes tension.
49. Democracy - গণতন্ত্র (Government by the people) - Free elections sustain democracy.

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