Bride price

When a man wants to marry a woman in some cultures, he may have to pay a special kind of money called 'bride price'. It's like a special gift he gives to the family of the woman he wants to marry to show that he is serious about wanting to marry her.

The bride price money is used to show respect towards the woman's family and also to show that the man is capable of taking care of their daughter. It can be paid in cash, animals, land, or any valuable items.

Sometimes, the bride's family might ask for a higher bride price if the woman is considered very beautiful, has a good education, or is from a wealthy family. But it's important to remember that a bride price should never be too much that it becomes impossible to pay because it could put a lot of pressure on the man and his family.

Overall, the purpose of the bride price is to show that the man is committed to marrying the woman and that he respects and values her family.