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Société, Loi et Politique - Société et Politique

Découvrez comment les proverbes anglais comme 'les mendiants ne craignent pas la rébellion' et 'il faut de tout pour faire un monde' dépeignent la société et la politique en anglais.

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happy is the country which has no history

used to imply that a nation that has experienced little conflict or turmoil in its past is likely to be more stable, peaceful, and prosperous in the present and future

Un pays ayant connu moins de conflits dans son passé est généralement plus stable et paisible

Un pays ayant connu moins de conflits dans son passé est généralement plus stable et paisible

Ex: Some people believe that happy is the country which has no history, and seek to preserve their country's peaceful state by avoiding conflict and confrontation. 
my country, right or wrong

used to imply unconditional loyalty and support for one's country, regardless of its actions or policies

La loyauté inconditionnelle envers son pays signifie le soutenir même lorsqu'il agit mal

La loyauté inconditionnelle envers son pays signifie le soutenir même lorsqu'il agit mal

Ex: The politician's stance of "my country, right or wrong" drew criticism from some who believed that it was important to hold leaders accountable for their actions. 
a language is a dialect with an army and (a|) navy

used to imply that the distinction between a language and a dialect is often determined by political power and influence rather than inherent linguistic differences

La distinction entre langue et dialecte dépend souvent davantage du pouvoir politique que des différences linguistiques

La distinction entre langue et dialecte dépend souvent davantage du pouvoir politique que des différences linguistiques

Ex: While all forms of speech are valuable and deserve respect, some varieties are associated with more power and prestige - a language is a dialect with an army and navy, so be aware of the political factors that influence our perceptions of language. 
we are all Adam's children, but silk makes (all|) the difference

used to imply that all human beings are equal in their fundamental nature or origin, but social status or external factors like wealth and privilege can create significant distinctions or disparities among them

Les êtres humains sont fondamentalement égaux,  mais la richesse et le statut social créent des différences

Les êtres humains sont fondamentalement égaux, mais la richesse et le statut social créent des différences

Ex: The CEO liked to remind his employees that we are all Adam's children but silk makes the difference - a way of acknowledging the privilege that came with his position, while also emphasizing the importance of treating everyone with respect and dignity. 
a cat (may|can) look at a king

used to imply that everyone has fundamental rights and freedoms, regardless of their social status or position, and that no one is above the law or immune to scrutiny

Chacun possède des droits et libertés fondamentaux,  quel que soit son statut social

Chacun possède des droits et libertés fondamentaux, quel que soit son statut social

Ex: Although he was just a lowly clerk, he refused to be intimidated by his boss's authority - a cat may look at a king, and he had every right to question and challenge his supervisor's decisions. 
big fish eat little fish

used to imply that in many situations, those who have more power or resources can exploit or dominate those who have less

Les plus puissants peuvent exploiter ou dominer les plus faibles

Les plus puissants peuvent exploiter ou dominer les plus faibles

Ex: In the cutthroat world of business, it's often said that big fish eat little fish, and that the most successful companies are those that can outcompete and dominate their rivals. 
disobedience is the true foundation of liberty

used to emphasize the need for individuals or groups to stand up against oppressive systems, structures, or regimes in order to secure and promote freedom

La liberté s'obtient parfois en s'opposant aux systèmes oppressifs

La liberté s'obtient parfois en s'opposant aux systèmes oppressifs

Ex: The protests against the authoritarian regime were a manifestation of the belief that disobedience is the true foundation of liberty, as citizens stood up against oppression to demand greater freedom. 
beggars fear no rebellion

used to suggest that those who have nothing to lose, such as beggars, may be more fearless and willing to take risks, including participating in rebellion or uprising

Celui qui n'a rien à perdre peut être plus disposé à prendre des risques

Celui qui n'a rien à perdre peut être plus disposé à prendre des risques

Ex: Whether it's in politics, social movements, or any other area of life, those who are the most vulnerable or marginalized may also be the most fearless and willing to fight for their rights - beggars fear no rebellion, as the old saying goes. 
it takes all sorts to make a world

used to imply that diversity and individual differences among people are necessary for the world to function and thrive

La diversité et les différences entre les personnes sont nécessaires à une société dynamique

La diversité et les différences entre les personnes sont nécessaires à une société dynamique

Ex: People have different views on success—after all, it takes all sorts to make a world. 
a great city, a great solitude

used to imply that urban life can lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation due to the difficulty of forming meaningful social connections

La vie dans une grande ville peut provoquer solitude et isolement malgré la foule

La vie dans une grande ville peut provoquer solitude et isolement malgré la foule

Ex: The artist's painting depicted a crowded city street, with the figures in the painting appearing isolated and alone, capturing the theme of 'a great city, a great solitude'. 
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