This is the 7651st most frequent Portuguese word.
parental
Relating to parents or parenthood.
The word 'parental' is used as an adjective to qualify 'duties,' referring to obligations typically associated with parents.
Os deveres parentais incluem cuidar e educar os filhos.
Parental duties include taking care of and educating children.
Here, 'parental control' is a compound noun referring to system settings designed by parents to manage children's usage.
O controle parental nos dispositivos eletrônicos ajuda a limitar o acesso das crianças.
Parental control on electronic devices helps restrict children's access.
In this case, 'parental influence' describes the impact or motivational effect parents have on their children.