World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesबहुविवाही
Pronunciation / Transliteration: bahuvivahi
"कुछ संस्कृतियों में बहुविवाही प्रथा स्वीकार्य है।"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A person who has multiple spouses simultaneously, often in a consensual relationship.
"In some cultures, multispouse arrangements are accepted and practiced openly." - 2
A term used to describe a family structure where one individual is married to more than one partner.
"The multispouse family dynamic can lead to complex interpersonal relationships."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'multispouse' is a neologism formed from the prefix 'multi-' meaning 'many' and 'spouse', derived from the Old French 'espouse', which in turn comes from the Latin 'sponsa', meaning 'betrothed'. The concept reflects modern discussions around polyamory and non-traditional family structures.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Multispouse"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Multispouse" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
multisépouse
Transliteration: mül-ti-seh-pooz
"Dans certaines cultures, la multisépouse est acceptée."
Multiehe
Transliteration: Muhl-ti-e-he
"In einigen Kulturen ist die Multiehe üblich."
multisposo
Transliteration: muhl-ti-spo-so
"In alcune culture, il multisposo è accettato."
multiesposo
Transliteration: muhl-ti-es-po-so
"En algunas culturas, el multiesposo es común."
multiesposo
Transliteration: muhl-ti-es-po-so
"Em algumas culturas, o multiesposo é aceito."
बहुविवाही
Transliteration: bahuvivahi
"कुछ संस्कृतियों में बहुविवाही प्रथा स्वीकार्य है।"
多配偶制
Transliteration: duō pèi'ǒu zhì
"在某些文化中，多配偶制是被接受的。"
다처제
Transliteration: dacheoje
"일부 문화에서는 다처제가 허용됩니다."
多配偶制
Transliteration: tahai gōsei
"いくつかの文化では、多配偶制が受け入れられています。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Hindi termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Multispouse"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.