Patrilineáris

Patrilineáris is a term used in anthropology and sociology to describe a kinship system where descent, inheritance, and identity are traced through the male line. In a patrilineal society, an individual's family name, property, and social status are typically passed down from father to son. This means that the paternal grandfather, father, and son form a primary lineage.

Children are generally considered to belong to their father's lineage, and therefore, women often move to their husband's household upon marriage, a practice known as patrilocal residence. The authority within the family and community often rests with elder males. This system influences social structures, property rights, and the distribution of power.

While patrilineal systems are common throughout history and across various cultures, they are not universal. Other kinship systems include matrilineal, where descent is traced through the female line, and bilateral, where descent is traced through both parents. The persistence and prevalence of patrilineal systems are often linked to historical social, economic, and political structures. Understanding patrilinearity is crucial for analyzing family structures, social organization, and the transmission of cultural heritage in many societies.