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同姓結婚

dōsei-kekkon
noun★Intermediate💡 same-surname marriage
formal

Marriage between individuals who share the same surname.

同姓結婚は日本では珍しいことではないが、家系図が複雑になることもある。

Same-surname marriage is not uncommon in Japan, but it can complicate family trees.

同姓結婚をするカップルは、姓を変えない選択をすることが多い。

Couples who marry with the same surname often choose not to change their surnames.

💡

In Japan, same-surname marriages are legally recognized but may require additional documentation or procedures in some cases.

Collocations

同姓結婚をするto marry someone with the same surname同姓結婚カップルsame-surname married couple

Synonyms

同姓婚同姓同本婚

Antonyms

異姓結婚

Related Phrases

姓を変えるphrase
to change one's surname
家系図phrase
family tree

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

In Japan, surnames are often tied to family lineage and inheritance. Same-surname marriages are common but may require additional steps to clarify family records, especially in legal or administrative contexts.

⚡Gold Rule

Legal Recognition

Same-surname marriages are legally recognized in Japan, but couples may need to provide additional documentation to prove their relationship or clarify family ties.

📖Word Origin

Composed of 同姓 (dōsei, 'same surname') and 結婚 (kekkon, 'marriage'). The term reflects a cultural and legal concept in Japan where surnames often carry significant family lineage importance.

📝Usage Notes

While legally permissible, same-surname marriages may face social or administrative scrutiny in some contexts due to traditional views on family lineage. Couples may opt for name changes to simplify records.

Word Breakdown

同姓
same surname
compound
+
結婚
marriage
noun
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