parental obligation
[pəˈrentəl əˈblɪɡeɪʃən]
nounpl: parental obligations
obrigação parental
1. Legal or moral duty of parents to provide care, support, education, and protection for their children
Parents have a parental obligation to ensure their children receive proper education.
Os pais têm obrigação parental de garantir que seus filhos recebam educação adequada.
2. Financial responsibility of parents to support their minor children
The court enforced the parental obligation to pay child support.
O tribunal reforçou a obrigação parental de pagar pensão alimentícia.
3. Duty to provide physical, emotional, and psychological well-being to offspring
Meeting parental obligations includes providing healthcare and emotional support.
Cumprir obrigações parentais inclui fornecer cuidados de saúde e apoio emocional.
In Brazil, parental obligations are strongly emphasized within the legal system and family structures. The concept reflects deep cultural values of family responsibility, and Brazilian law (Código Civil) clearly defines parental duties including education, health, and financial support. In the USA, parental obligations vary by state but are legally enforced through child support and custody arrangements. Both cultures recognize this as a fundamental legal and social responsibility.
Related Idioms & Phrases
parental obligation runs deep
fulfill one's parental obligations
breach of parental obligation
parental obligation for life
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