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a matriarch is normally the female head of the family. A younger woman could assume this position if, for example, those older that her and just too aged or infirm, or are just not inclined to want to assume the position
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What is a word that means 'a great woman'?
A word that can be used to mean a great woman is matriarch. This is the woman who leads her family or clan and rules over them all.
What else do you call a family matriarch?
Another word for a family matriarch is mother or mom. Typically, the mother is the one who rules a family, tribe, or clan.
What does matriarch?
A woman who is the head of a family or tribe.
How can you use matriarch in a sentence?
The royal succession of the Tongan monarchary follows a matriarchical succession, that is it is passed from mother to daughter so that the matriarch is always a woman.
What is the Zulu translation for the English word matriarch?
The Zulu translation for the English word "matriarch" is "umkulu wabemfazi," which refers to a woman who is the head of a family or group.
How many hyenas are in a clan?
The 'family' unit of hyenas, the clan, is led by a dominant female, called the matriarch, and consists of anywhere from 5 to 90 members.
Should the older or younger woman extend her hand?
The younger woman
What is a matriarchal society?
A society in which woman are considered the leaders. A peaceful society. (An awesome society.)
Who is Neytiri in the movie 'Avatar'?
Neytiri, played by Zoe Saldana, is a Na'vi tribeswoman of the Omaticaya (Blue Flute Clan). Her father Eytukan, played by Wes Studi, is the olo'eyktan, or clan leader. Her mother Mo'at, played by C. C. H. Pounder, is the Tsahìk, or matriarch, of the clan.
What is the Female Head Of Family called?
matriarch
Is a bull elephant a matriarch?
No, the cow is the matriarch. The bull is the patriarch.
Can you give me a sentence using the word matriarch?
My mom is the matriarch of our club.
