maternal affection
[/məˈtɜːrnəl əˈfɛkʃən/]
noun
afeto materno
1. The love, care, and emotional attachment that a mother naturally feels toward her child or children
The maternal affection she showed her newborn was evident in every gesture and word.
O afeto materno que ela demonstrava ao seu recém-nascido era evidente em cada gesto e palavra.
2. The nurturing and protective feelings characteristic of motherhood
Maternal affection is considered one of the strongest bonds in human relationships.
O afeto materno é considerado um dos vínculos mais fortes nas relações humanas.
In both Brazilian and American cultures, maternal affection is deeply valued and often idealized as a fundamental aspect of human development. In Brazil, this concept is particularly emphasized in family-oriented society where the mother's role in nurturing children is traditionally central. The term is frequently used in literature, psychology, and everyday discourse to describe the protective and unconditional nature of a mother's love.
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