matrifocal

[US]/ˌmætrɪˈfoʊkəl/
[UK]/ˌmætrɪˈfoʊkəl/

Translation

adj.centered on the mother; matriarchal

Phrases & Collocations

matrifocal family

matrifocal structure

matrifocal society

matrifocal lineage

matrifocal network

matrifocal households

matrifocal dynamics

matrifocal roles

matrifocal culture

matrifocal practices

Example Sentences

many cultures are matrifocal, with women at the center of family life.

in matrifocal societies, children often stay with their mothers.

matrifocal families tend to have strong female leadership.

anthropologists study matrifocal structures in various communities.

she grew up in a matrifocal household where her grandmother played a key role.

matrifocal arrangements can influence social dynamics significantly.

in some cultures, matrifocality is linked to economic stability.

the concept of matrifocality challenges traditional patriarchal views.

understanding matrifocal societies helps us appreciate diverse family structures.

matrifocal communities often emphasize cooperation among women.

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