Bridewealth is a cultural practice in which a groom or his family provides valuable goods, money, or livestock to the bride's family as part of the marriage agreement. This exchange symbolizes the groom's commitment and helps to strengthen family ties between the two families involved. The practice of bridewealth varies across different cultures and societies, with specific customs and expectations. In many cases, it serves to acknowledge the bride's family's role in raising her and to ensure her well-being in her new household.