What is another word for Dowries?
Pronunciation: [dˈa͡ʊɹɪz] (IPA) 
Dowries, also known as bride prices or bridewealth, are the traditional payments made by the groom and his family to the bride and her family in many cultures around the world. In some cultures, dowries are used to signify the bride's worth or the social status of both families. Other similar terms include doweries, lobola, and mahar. The term "mahr" is used in Islamic cultures, and it refers to the mandatory payment made to the bride as a sign of the groom's commitment to the marriage. The practices surrounding dowries vary greatly depending on the cultural and social norms of each community, but all involve the exchange of goods, money, or livestock as a symbol of the union between two families.
