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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upper crust [Sustantivo]

la alta sociedad

Ex: Wealth and power were concentrated among the upper crust during that era .

La riqueza y el poder se concentraban entre la élite durante esa era.

above the salt [Frase]

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

Ex: Historically , being seated above the salt signified a person of higher social standing .

airs and graces [Frase]

an exaggerated or artificial display of superiority or elegance

Ex: If he continues with his airs and graces , he might alienate those who appreciate authenticity .

blue blood [Sustantivo]

sangre azul

Ex: Despite coming from humble beginnings , he acquired a taste for luxury and transformed himself into a blue blood of the fashion world .

A pesar de venir de orígenes humildes, adquirió un gusto por el lujo y se transformó en un sangre azul del mundo de la moda.

fair-haired (boy|girl) [Frase]

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

Ex: She had been the fair-haired girl during her time at the university , excelling in academics and extracurricular activities .

born (in|to) the purple [Frase]

privileged by birth or family background

Ex: In the future , a new generation will be born to the purple , carrying the torch of their royal lineage into the modern era .

to [be] born with a silver spoon in {one's} mouth [Frase]

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

Ex: Not everyone is born with a silver spoon in their mouth , and many individuals have to work tirelessly to achieve their dreams .

silver spoon [Sustantivo]

cuchara de plata

Ex: Growing up , Jenny benefited enormously from the silver spoon of her family 's multigenerational oil fortune .

Al crecer, Jenny se benefició enormemente de la cuchara de plata de la fortuna petrolera multigeneracional de su familia.

the chattering class [Sustantivo]

clase parlante

Ex: The influence of the chattering class waned as public attention shifted to other pressing matters .

La influencia de la clase parlante disminuyó a medida que la atención pública se desplazó hacia otros asuntos urgentes.

skid row [Sustantivo]

el barrio pobre

Ex: City officials plan to implement comprehensive measures to improve the living conditions in Skid Row .

Los funcionarios de la ciudad planean implementar medidas integrales para mejorar las condiciones de vida en Skid Row.

the right side of the tracks [Frase]

a very safe and wealthy area in a city or town

Ex: In the past , the right side of the tracks was predominantly inhabited by wealthy families , while the wrong side struggled with poverty and neglect .

worm's eye view [Frase]

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

Ex: As a manager , it 's important to occasionally adopt a worm 's eye view to understand the challenges your team members may face .

[plum] in {one's} mouth [Frase]

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

Ex: During the formal dinner , the guests chuckled at the memory of Uncle Henry 's exaggerated accent , as if he had a plum in his mouth .

below the salt [Frase]

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

Ex: At the banquet , the workers were seated below the salt , while the nobility sat at the head of the table .

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