Jus sanguinis is a Latin term that refers to the right of nationality or citizenship based on the nationality or citizenship of one's parents. This concept is also known as "bloodright". There are several synonyms for this term, such as "right of blood", "inheritance of nationality", "nationality by descent" or "parental nationality". These terms are used to describe the legal concept of determining citizenship or nationality based on the parents' nationality or citizenship, regardless of the place of birth. Jus sanguinis is a widely accepted principle in the world, and it is used in many countries to determine citizenship or nationality of individuals.