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Società, Legge e Politica - Società e Politica

Scopri come i proverbi inglesi come 'i mendicanti non temono la ribellione' e 'ci vuole tutto per fare un mondo' raffigurano la società e la politica in inglese.

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Society, Law, & Politics
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 paese con meno conflitti nel proprio passato tende a essere più stabile e pacifico

Un paese con meno conflitti nel proprio passato tende a essere più stabile e pacifico

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. 
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my country, right or wrong

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

La lealtà incondizionata al proprio paese significa sostenerlo anche quando sbaglia

La lealtà incondizionata al proprio paese significa sostenerlo anche quando sbaglia

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. 
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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 distinzione tra lingua e dialetto dipende spesso più dal potere politico che dalle differenze linguistiche

La distinzione tra lingua e dialetto dipende spesso più dal potere politico che dalle differenze linguistiche

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. 
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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

Gli esseri umani sono fondamentalmente uguali,  ma ricchezza e status sociale creano differenze

Gli esseri umani sono fondamentalmente uguali, ma ricchezza e status sociale creano differenze

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. 
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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

Tutti hanno diritti e libertà fondamentali indipendentemente dalla posizione sociale

Tutti hanno diritti e libertà fondamentali indipendentemente dalla posizione sociale

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. 
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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

I più potenti possono sfruttare o dominare i più deboli

I più potenti possono sfruttare o dominare i più deboli

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. 
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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 libertà talvolta si conquista opponendosi ai sistemi oppressivi

La libertà talvolta si conquista opponendosi ai sistemi oppressivi

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. 
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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

Chi non ha nulla da perdere può essere più disposto a rischiare

Chi non ha nulla da perdere può essere più disposto a rischiare

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. 
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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 diversità e le differenze tra le persone sono necessarie per una società vitale

La diversità e le differenze tra le persone sono necessarie per una società vitale

Ex: She might be quiet, but remember, it takes all sorts to make a world. 
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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 vita in una grande città può causare solitudine e isolamento nonostante la folla

La vita in una grande città può causare solitudine e isolamento nonostante la folla

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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