Roles
Definition
Roles refer to the positions or functions that individuals have within society. These roles come with expectations and responsibilities that shape how people behave and interact with others.
Analogy
Imagine roles as different characters in a play. Each character has a specific role to play, just like individuals have specific roles in society that contribute to the overall functioning of communities.
Related terms
Género (Gender): Socially constructed roles, behaviors, activities assigned to males and females.
Responsabilidades (Responsibilities): Duties or tasks associated with a particular role.
Normas sociales (Social norms): Shared expectations and rules that guide behavior within a society.
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