Sociedade, Lei e Política - Social Class

Explore expressões idiomáticas em inglês relacionadas a classes sociais, incluindo "sangue azul" e "abaixo do sal".

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upper crust [substantivo]

a alta sociedade

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

A riqueza e o poder estavam concentrados entre a elite durante essa era.

above the salt [frase]

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

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

airs and graces [frase]

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 .

blue blood [substantivo]

sangue azul

Ex: In the world of fine arts , she was regarded as a blue blood , with her refined taste and discerning eye for masterpieces .

No mundo das belas artes, ela era considerada um sangue azul, com seu gosto refinado e olhar criterioso para obras-primas.

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: 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 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: 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 .

silver spoon [substantivo]

colher de prata

Ex: Analysts believe the silver spoon from her hedge fund manager father will give Julia auspicious prospects in high finance .

Os analistas acreditam que a colher de prata de seu pai, gestor de fundos de hedge, dará a Julia perspectivas auspiciosas no alto financiamento.

the chattering class [substantivo]

classe falante

Ex: Over the years , the chattering class has shaped public opinion and influenced political discourse .

Ao longo dos anos, a classe tagarela moldou a opinião pública e influenciou o discurso político.

skid row [substantivo]

o bairro pobre

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

Os funcionários da cidade planejam implementar medidas abrangentes para melhorar as condições de vida em Skid Row.

the right side of the tracks [frase]

a very safe and wealthy area in a city or town

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worm's eye view [frase]

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

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

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

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 .

below the salt [frase]

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

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

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