There are several types of marriages, which vary across different cultures and legal systems. Here are some of the most common types of marriages:

  1. Monogamous marriage: This is a marriage between two individuals, where each partner has only one spouse. This is the most common type of marriage in Western cultures.

  2. Polygamous marriage: This is a marriage where one person has multiple spouses. There are two types of polygamous marriage: polygyny, where a man has multiple wives, and polyandry, where a woman has multiple husbands. Polygamy is legal in some countries, but it is illegal in most Western countries.

  3. Arranged marriage: This is a marriage where the families of the couple choose the partners for them, based on factors such as family status, wealth, and religion. This type of marriage is common in some traditional societies.

  4. Love marriage: This is a marriage where the partners choose each other based on their own feelings of love and attraction. This type of marriage is becoming more common in many cultures.

  5. Same-sex marriage: This is a marriage between two people of the same sex. This type of marriage is legal in some countries, but it is still illegal in others.

  6. Common-law marriage: This is a marriage where the couple lives together and presents themselves as a married couple, but without actually getting legally married. Common-law marriage is recognized in some countries and states.

  7. Group marriage: This is a marriage where multiple partners are involved in a romantic or sexual relationship with each other. This type of marriage is relatively rare and is often considered taboo in many cultures.

It's important to note that the legal recognition of these types of marriages can vary depending on the country and legal system.