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machismo
/maˈtʃizmo/
exaggerated masculine pride, often associated with dominance and traditional gender roles
El machismo en algunas culturas promueve la idea de que los hombres deben ser fuertes y dominantes.
Machismo in some cultures promotes the idea that men should be strong and dominant.
sociological
A set of attitudes and behaviors that emphasize traditional masculine stereotypes, such as strength, dominance, and emotional restraint, often at the expense of women's rights and equality.
El machismo puede manifestarse en la creencia de que las mujeres no pueden ser líderes efectivas.
Machismo can manifest in the belief that women cannot be effective leaders.
Often criticized as a harmful cultural norm that perpetuates gender inequality.
Collocations
cultura machistamachista cultureactitud machistamachista attitude
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Pro Tip
Cultural Context
Machismo is not just about individual behavior but is often deeply embedded in societal norms and expectations.
Gold Rule
Avoid Stereotyping
While machismo is a recognized cultural phenomenon, it is important to avoid generalizations about all men in a given culture.
Word Origin
Derived from 'macho' (male) with the suffix '-ismo' (ideology or system), emphasizing a rigid adherence to traditional male dominance.
Usage Notes
While often associated with Latin American cultures, machismo exists in varying forms worldwide. It is frequently linked to toxic masculinity in modern discourse.
Word Breakdown
macho
male, often implying dominance
root-ismo
ideology or system
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