Oral tradition refers to the transmission of knowledge, history and culture from one generation to another through spoken words rather than written language. It is a way of preserving and passing down information that has been used by many societies throughout history. This can include stories, legends, songs, proverbs, riddles, and other forms of expression that are shared orally among people within a particular community or group. Oral tradition plays an important role in maintaining cultural identity and preserving the values and beliefs of a society.