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The document discusses the concept of patriarchy and how it is portrayed and reinforced through language and social norms. It analyzes common phrases used in some societies to describe gender roles and traits that position men as dominant and women as subordinate. These phrases imply that women are weaker, emotional, and meant to serve domestic duties and obey men, who are seen as strong leaders. By defining strict gender roles, the language examined upholds patriarchal values and a social structure where men wield power and authority over women.
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The document discusses the concept of patriarchy and how it is portrayed and reinforced through language and social norms. It analyzes common phrases used in some societies to describe gender roles and traits that position men as dominant and women as subordinate. These phrases imply that women are weaker, emotional, and meant to serve domestic duties and obey men, who are seen as strong leaders. By defining strict gender roles, the language examined upholds patriarchal values and a social structure where men wield power and authority over women.
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According to its original definition, patriarchy is a system of social

interactions in which socially identified men and women are treated

unequally. This system of unequal social ties is permeated not just by

private family relationships but also by the political, social, cultural, and

economic institutions of a community. Women experience numerous forms

of discrimination within these systems of social interactions and

organization. In patriarchal countries, women are systematically denied

access to positions of political, social, and economic authority, receive

lower wages for work of equivalent worth, are more likely to live in poverty,

and have uneven access to resources, products, and services. Although

certain women may succeed in different areas, women as a separate social

group are typically disadvantageous in these areas.

The domestic social ties based on the father's law and the social control

that men, as heads of households, have over their wives and daughters

were the main topics of earlier sociological and political conceptions of

patriarchy. In feminist scholarship, patriarchy has been broadly defined as

the system in which men are viewed as superior to women and, as a result,

are in charge of them. In some cases, researchers have made a distinction

between 'paternal' patriarchy, which refers to private, domestic

organizations run by the father, and 'fraternal' patriarchy, which refers to the

dominance of women in public civil society. This distinction reflects the

separation between private household space and public social space for

geographers. In a broader sense, patriarchy is viewed as a set of social,

legal, economic, political, and cultural systems and behaviors that allow

men to dominate society and exploit and marginalize women.


According to scholarly research, the Enlightenment-era Western concepts

of modern science serve as the foundation for present patriarchal

relationships in the West. As a system that excludes women from that

emancipatory effort, the idea that science is a universal, value-free method

for producing knowledge and serving as a liberating force for humanity is

criticized. In order to sustain or work in concert with masculine and

scientific dominance over nature and women, modernist conceptions of

rational thinking and objectivity demand a contradiction between men and

women, nature and nurture, and the rational and emotional. The

oppression of women and environment is the foundation of modern

science, which is portrayed as an intentionally gendered patriarchal activity

and project. The social and political requirements of the newly emerging

industrial capitalist system in Western cultures are linked by scholars to

these patriarchal conceptions of knowledge, rationality, and the objective

subject. Patriarchal interactions can be seen as being variously woven into

social systems and structures depending on specific historical and cultural

times, which is what such thinking emphasizes.

In feminist studies, the term "patriarchy" originally rose to prominence in the

1960s and 1970s, when feminists articulated the idea of gender roles and

gender relations as analytical categories. It is believed that gender is a

separate analytical category from biological sex and that it could disprove

the notion that men and women in Western civilization have different sexual

preferences. Gendered actions, attitudes, norms, and roles are not

considered to be biological "givens," but rather to be reflective of social and

cultural processes. Men and women, masculinity and femininity, and male

and female are considered as essential components in the structuring of


social life. These categories are arranged hierarchically, with women

considered as less valuable than males and those traits deemed "feminine"

being given less weight. Powerful explanatory tools are available for

understanding women's inequality throughout various historical and cultural

eras thanks to these manufactured, binary disparities that are ingrained in

Western systems of thought and practice as well as our social structures,

institutions, and interpersonal relationships.

The world is full of different information that leads us into living the world

with a diverse perception that shapes our society. The role of people in

society and the ideas became the main rules that guide the people in their

lives. As the world goes into high technologies, life becomes more complex

but the ideas about “patriarchy” are still portrayed in how people view the

social system. Patriarchy is from the word “patriarchs” which means the

father’s rule wherein men hold power primarily in political and private

spheres. Some patriarchal societies are also patrilineal meaning that

property and title are inherited by the male lineage. A family lineage

oftentimes values the man or father because he is the sole dominant in the

family also the one that the family depends on. Thus, some phrases build

to the people's perceptions of the people now. So, let’s relate to the topic

given phrases above on how do these work or communicate to patriarchy.I

think the phrases are given like babae kase, lalaki kase, haligi ng tahanan

and pakipot are distinct from each other about their abilities, roles, and

characteristics as well. For babae case describes that some things woman

unable to do a task, sensitive and soft - hearted. They easily get hurt

emotionally which needs advice and rule to follow. I believe to do that man

or a father makes a rule for them to be strong and safe. Aside from that, the
phrase “babae kase” used as an exception when there are some things we

delineate to a woman like “babae kase kaya iyakin, malambot ang puso,

kaya maingay, mahilig mag make-up, etc.” Also, “pakipot” is the common

term we used to portray a woman, we all knew that almost all of the girls

are “pakipot”, especially the time back then. In the event that a woman

declines a man's offer, for instance, the man may assume that the woman

is difficult to woo. Because the males rejected him in this circumstance,

patriarchy as a system of authority was ineffective. Even if some girls are

simple to seduce, most are not, which means that many boys will be

ineffective and bustard. As a result of learning how to respect women as a

Pakipot man, I believe that in the past, if a man had feelings for a woman,

he should engage in traditional courtship and speak to her parents in a

sincere manner. Nowadays, however, men don't do this and instead create

their own rules for courtship in the hopes of easily attracting a woman. The

mother assumes a role that imposes severe features on her to absorb as

well as embrace the patriarchal concept of the mother as the "Ilaw ng

tahanan," also known as the light of the home. The mother should uphold

the joy of family life at home, adhere to the husband's or father's norms,

mentor the kids, instill manners, and make sure that family is always put

first. It exemplifies patriarchy when a woman stays inside the home and

never leaves to work outside. Therefore, these expressions convey the

idea that women are supposed to submit and are bound to do domestic

duties, have children, provide childcare, and have personalities.

In addition, women historically have been seen to be the weaker sex since

they were expected to stay at home, not attend school, have no personal

freedom, and constantly obey a male or their father. On the other hand, the
phrase "lalaki kase" means both can't and can. Man cannot perform severe

labor like a woman, but he has the authority to command men to follow his

rules. The patriarchy is them. "Haligi ng tahanan" is a term that is frequently

used to refer to the family's father. "Haligi ng tahanan" is a term that is

frequently used to refer to the family's father and represents the father as

the family's strongest member. He is the one who works hard to provide for

and meet the needs of his wife and children, the one who sets rules for the

family, the one who handles problems, and the protector and basis of the

family. Patriarchy is symbolized by this expression by a man. Thus, it

conveys the idea that men are seen as having the strength, social

supremacy, and power over practically everything. When we talk about

patriarchy in this way, we are implying that man is better. It denotes the

obligations that will further encircle a stable and balanced system.

Patriarchy is symbolized by this expression by a man. Thus, it conveys the

idea that men are seen as having the strength, social supremacy, and

power over practically everything. When we talk about patriarchy in this

way, we are implying that man is better. It denotes the obligations that will

further encircle a stable and balanced system. Since the fathers are the

ones who wield the majority of the authoritative power in this situation,

whether they are superior or not, everyone should cooperate.

Additionally, the words used are straightforward descriptions of gender

roles and traits, allowing people to identify themselves based on your

activities in society. It is linked to patriarchy because men and women play

different roles in society—mostly men are in politics, set regulations, and

perform labor-intensive tasks, while women are in charge of household

duties, never get involved in politics, are emotional, and always adhere to
the law. Men typically hold positions of authority in the government and

other professions, which can help us better comprehend patriarchy.

Women's roles, on the other hand, are to support. Women typically prefer

to stay at home and care for their families, so the statement "completely

communicates patriarchy" is a popular one in society. Men and women may

have different roles, but in practice, this maintains the globe moving toward

cohesion. Where women may work outside the home, exercise their right to

free speech, cast free ballots, and attend education, equality is essential. It

has been established that women are not less capable than men and can

accomplish anything for the greater benefit. Because of this, we have

instantaneous women's empowerment, which is good to establish in any

case. The roles of men and women must complement one another in order

to prevent anarchy and diverse principles arising from disparate thoughts.

As a result, males were seen as having strength that depended on action,

but women are emotional and seen as having strength, as opposed to men.

These viewpoints encourage participation in each person's social role. In a

nutshell, these works convey patriarchy by the roles they portray for men

and women, as well as through the freedom and individual rights of women

while also adhering to male regulations as the primary subject of patriarchy.

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