Sororate

Translation of "sororate" into Russian

Noun

sororate

сорарат

In some cultures, the sororate is a common practice.

В некоторых культурах сорат является обычной практикой.

Noun

A cultural practice or custom in which a man marries the sister of his deceased or infertile wife.

In some traditional societies, the sororate is practiced to maintain family alliances and ensure the continuation of family lineage.