concept   dowry
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, dowry is considered outdated, unlawful, and not part of traditional marriage customs.
3 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 dowry United States Considered outdated and unlawful, with laws prohibiting the practice of giving or receiving dowry 1
2 dowry United States The practice of dowry is not part of the traditional marriage customs and is generally considered outdated and unacceptable. 1
3 marriage dowry United States Historically rare and generally not a current practice, with emphasis on individual financial independence 1