Cultural universal refers to the core elements of human culture that are found in all known societies throughout history. These shared features represent fundamental aspects of human existence and are present in various forms across different cultures.

• Behavioral Patterns: Certain behaviors or actions that are prevalent across all cultures, such as communication, eating, clothing, and shelter.
• Language: The use of a symbolic system to communicate ideas, emotions, and thoughts.
• Social Organization: The way people structure their societies, including family units, kinship systems, and social hierarchies.
• Art and Aesthetics: The expression of creativity and the appreciation of beauty through various forms of art, music, dance, and literature.
• Beliefs and Values: Shared ideas, religious or philosophical, that guide individuals’ moral and ethical principles and behavior.
• Technology: Tools and techniques developed by humans to manipulate their environment and meet their needs.
• Education: The transmission of knowledge, skills, and cultural practices from one generation to another.

Cultural universals help anthropologists and sociologists gain insights into the fundamental aspects of human societies. They provide a basis for understanding the similarities and differences among diverse cultures, highlighting the commonalities that connect humanity as a whole.