gender role
[/ˈdʒendər roʊl/]
nounpl: gender roles
papel de gênero
1. a set of behavioral and personality characteristics expected of a person based on their assigned or identified sex
Traditional gender roles often assigned men to breadwinner positions and women to homemaking duties.
Os papéis de gênero tradicionais frequentemente atribuíam aos homens posições de provedores e às mulheres tarefas domésticas.
2. socially constructed expectations about how individuals of a particular gender should dress, speak, behave, and interact
Modern society is increasingly questioning rigid gender roles that limit individual expression.
A sociedade moderna está cada vez mais questionando papéis de gênero rígidos que limitam a expressão individual.
3. culturally defined norms and responsibilities associated with being male, female, or non-binary
Breaking gender roles has allowed people to pursue careers and lifestyles that align with their personal values.
Romper com papéis de gênero permitiu que as pessoas perseguissem carreiras e estilos de vida alinhados com seus valores pessoais.
In Brazil, discussions about gender roles have become increasingly prominent in urban areas, particularly among younger generations, especially in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The term is commonly used in academic, feminist, and LGBTQ+ contexts. In the USA, 'gender role' is central to contemporary debates about social equality, workplace dynamics, and family structures. American usage frequently involves critiques of traditional roles and advocacy for non-binary and fluid gender expressions.
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