Samenleving, Wet en Politiek - Social Class

Verken Engelse uitdrukkingen die verband houden met sociale klassen, inclusief "blauw bloed" en "onder het zout".

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Samenleving, Wet en Politiek
upper crust [zelfstandig naamwoord]
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de bovenlaag

Ex: The upper crust enjoys extravagant vacations and opulent lifestyles .

De bovenlaag geniet van extravagante vakanties en weelderige levensstijlen.

above the salt [Zinsdeel]
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(of people) having a rank or position that is high or honorable

Ex: She felt privileged to be among those above the salt at the prestigious ceremony .
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an exaggerated or artificial display of superiority or elegance

Ex: The actress , in her early career , would often adopt airs and graces to impress the industry insiders .
blue blood [zelfstandig naamwoord]
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blauw bloed

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

Ondanks een bescheiden begin, ontwikkelde hij een smaak voor luxe en transformeerde zichzelf in een blauw bloed van de modewereld.

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

Ex: She is currently seen as the fair-haired girl in the music industry , getting preferential treatment and praise from industry insiders .
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privileged by birth or family background

Ex: The dynasty had a long line of rulers born in the purple , ensuring their continued dominance for centuries .
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to be born into a wealthy or privileged family and having access to all the luxuries and comfort that comes with it

Ex: The CEO 's son was born with a silver spoon in his mouth , and many employees believed he received preferential treatment within the company .
silver spoon [zelfstandig naamwoord]
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zilveren lepel

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

Opgroeiend heeft Jenny enorm geprofiteerd van de zilveren lepel van het multigenerationele oliefortuin van haar familie.

the chattering class [zelfstandig naamwoord]
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kletsende klasse

Ex: The influence of the chattering class was continuously felt during that era of political upheaval .

De invloed van de kletsende klasse werd tijdens die periode van politieke onrust voortdurend gevoeld.

skid row [zelfstandig naamwoord]
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het armenwijk

Ex: Skid Row was once a bustling industrial area before it became associated with poverty and homelessness .

Skid Row was ooit een bruisend industriegebied voordat het geassocieerd werd met armoede en dakloosheid.

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a very safe and wealthy area in a city or town

Ex: The right side of the tracks is known for its pristine neighborhoods , upscale shopping centers , and well-funded schools .
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a perspective that emphasizes the view or situation of someone with lower status or authority

Ex: The new policy was designed to consider the worm 's eye view of employees , ensuring their voices were heard .
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a manner of speaking associated with wealth, social status, or formal education

Ex: Back in school , she was known for her impeccable diction , as if she had a plum in her mouth at all times .
below the salt [Zinsdeel]
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(of people) having a status, position, or reputation that is low

Ex: In the future , the aspiration is that no one will have to experience being held below the salt .