paternal bond
[pəˈtɜːrnəl bɑːnd]
nounpl: paternal bonds
vínculo paternal
1. The emotional connection and relationship between a father and his child
The paternal bond between father and son grew stronger over the years.
O vínculo paternal entre pai e filho se fortaleceu ao longo dos anos.
2. The biological or legal relationship establishing a father's connection to his offspring
DNA testing confirmed the paternal bond in the legal case.
O teste de DNA confirmou o vínculo paternal no caso legal.
3. The psychological attachment and duty a father has toward his child's wellbeing
A strong paternal bond is essential for healthy child development.
Um vínculo paternal forte é essencial para o desenvolvimento saudável da criança.
The paternal bond is highly valued in both Brazilian and Portuguese-speaking cultures, with strong emphasis on family unity and the father's role as provider and mentor. In modern contexts, discussions of paternal bonds increasingly include emotional availability and active parenting, moving beyond traditional provider roles.
Related Idioms & Phrases
like father, like son
to follow in one's father's footsteps
a chip off the old block
pai e filho, almas gêmeas (father and son, twin souls)
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