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Sociedad, Ley y Política - Social Class

Explora modismos en inglés relacionados con las clases sociales, incluyendo "sangre azul" y "debajo de la sal".

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English idioms related to Society, Law & Politics
upper crust
upper crust
[Sustantivo]

the people that are of the highest class in a society

la alta sociedad, la élite

la alta sociedad, la élite

Ex: Members of the upper crust are currently investing in luxury real estate .Los miembros de **la alta sociedad** están invirtiendo actualmente en bienes raíces de lujo.
above the salt

(of people) having a rank or position that is high or honorable

Ex: In the company of diplomats, only those above the salt were invited to speak.
airs and graces

an exaggerated or artificial display of superiority or elegance

Ex: In the future, people will see through her airs and graces and recognize her true character.
blue blood
blue blood
[Sustantivo]

someone who is born in a family that is of noble rank or social prominence

sangre azul, aristócrata

sangre azul, aristócrata

Ex: In the world of fine arts , she was regarded as a blue blood, with her refined taste and discerning eye for masterpieces .En el mundo de las bellas artes, era considerada una **sangre azul**, con su refinado gusto y su ojo discerniente para las obras maestras.
fair-haired (boy|girl)

a person who is favored or treated with special privilege, often by someone in a position of authority

Ex: In the coming years, a new fair-haired boy will emerge in the tech industry, capturing everyone's attention with groundbreaking innovations.
born (in|to) the purple

privileged by birth or family background

Ex: The coming decades will witness a shift in power as new figures born in the purple rise to prominence and shape the course of history.
to [be] born with a silver spoon in {one's} mouth

to be born into a wealthy or privileged family and having access to all the luxuries and comfort that comes with it

Ex: She may have been born with a silver spoon in her mouth, but she used her privilege to make a positive impact on society by starting a charity.
silver spoon
silver spoon
[Sustantivo]

wealth that is inherited to one from a royal or very rich family

cuchara de plata, herencia de oro

cuchara de plata, herencia de oro

Ex: Analysts believe the silver spoon from her hedge fund manager father will give Julia auspicious prospects in high finance .Los analistas creen que la **cuchara de plata** de su padre gestor de fondos de cobertura le dará a Julia perspectivas auspiciosas en las altas finanzas.
the chattering class

intellectuals, commentators, or influencers who are frequently talking or writing about public issues and current events but who may lack practical experience or political power

clase parlante, clase charlatana

clase parlante, clase charlatana

Ex: Over the years , the chattering class has shaped public opinion and influenced political discourse .A lo largo de los años, la **clase parlante** ha moldeado la opinión pública e influido en el discurso político.
skid row
skid row
[Sustantivo]

a poor area in a town or city in which a lot of homeless or drunk people live

el barrio pobre, la zona marginal

el barrio pobre, la zona marginal

Ex: Efforts are currently underway to provide housing and support services to the homeless population in Skid Row.Actualmente se están realizando esfuerzos para proporcionar vivienda y servicios de apoyo a la población sin hogar en **Skid Row**.
the right side of the tracks

a very safe and wealthy area in a city or town

Ex: The hope is that future generations will grow up in a society that values equal opportunities, regardless of which side of the tracks they come from.
worm's eye view

a perspective that emphasizes the view or situation of someone with lower status or authority

Ex: The leader's ability to empathize with the worm's eye view of citizens contributed to his popularity among diverse demographics.
[plum] in {one's} mouth

a manner of speaking associated with wealth, social status, or formal education

Ex: As she continues her elocution lessons, she will refine her speech even further, speaking as if she has a plum in her mouth.
below the salt

(of people) having a status, position, or reputation that is low

Ex: He was treated as someone below the salt, not invited to the decision-making discussions.
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