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Société, Droit et Politique - Social Class

Explorez les idiomes anglais liés aux classes sociales, y compris "sang bleu" et "en dessous du sel".

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the people that are of the highest class in a society

la haute société, l'élite

la haute société, l'élite

Ex: Members of the upper crust are currently investing in luxury real estate .Les membres de **l'élite** investissent actuellement dans l'immobilier de luxe.

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

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

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.

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

sang bleu, aristocrate

sang bleu, aristocrate

Ex: In the world of fine arts , she was regarded as a blue blood, with her refined taste and discerning eye for masterpieces .Dans le monde des beaux-arts, elle était considérée comme une **sang bleu**, avec son goût raffiné et son œil avisé pour les chefs-d'œuvre.

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.

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 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.

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

cuillère en argent, héritage doré

cuillère en argent, héritage doré

Ex: Analysts believe the silver spoon from her hedge fund manager father will give Julia auspicious prospects in high finance .Les analystes estiment que la **cuillère en argent** de son père gestionnaire de fonds spéculatifs donnera à Julia des perspectives auspicieuses dans la haute finance.

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

classe bavarde, élite parlante

classe bavarde, élite parlante

Ex: Over the years, the chattering class has shaped public opinion and influenced political discourse.Au fil des ans, la **classe bavarde** a façonné l'opinion publique et influencé le discours politique.

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

le quartier pauvre, la zone de misère

le quartier pauvre, la zone de misère

Ex: Efforts are currently underway to provide housing and support services to the homeless population in Skid Row.Des efforts sont actuellement en cours pour fournir un logement et des services de soutien à la population sans-abri de **Skid Row**.

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.

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

Ex: The leader 's ability to empathize with worm 's eye view of citizens contributed to his popularity among diverse demographics .

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.

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

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