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Samhälle, Lag och Politik - Samhälle och Politik

Upptäck hur engelska ordspråk som 'tiggare fruktar inte uppror' och 'det tar alla sorter för att skapa en värld' skildrar samhället och politiken på engelska.

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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

Ett land med färre konflikter i sitt förflutna är oftast stabilare och fredligare

Ett land med färre konflikter i sitt förflutna är oftast stabilare och fredligare

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

Villkorslös lojalitet mot sitt land innebär att stödja det även när det handlar fel

Villkorslös lojalitet mot sitt land innebär att stödja det även när det handlar fel

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

Skillnaden mellan språk och dialekt avgörs ofta mer av politisk makt än av språkliga skillnader

Skillnaden mellan språk och dialekt avgörs ofta mer av politisk makt än av språkliga skillnader

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

Människor är i grunden lika,  men rikedom och social status skapar skillnader

Människor är i grunden lika, men rikedom och social status skapar skillnader

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

Alla har grundläggande rättigheter och friheter oavsett social ställning

Alla har grundläggande rättigheter och friheter oavsett social ställning

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

De mäktigare kan utnyttja eller dominera de svagare

De mäktigare kan utnyttja eller dominera de svagare

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

Frihet uppnås ibland genom motstånd mot förtryckande system

Frihet uppnås ibland genom motstånd mot förtryckande system

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

Den som inget har att förlora kan vara mer villig att ta risker

Den som inget har att förlora kan vara mer villig att ta risker

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

Mångfald och olikheter mellan människor behövs för ett levande samhälle

Mångfald och olikheter mellan människor behövs för ett levande samhälle

Ex: Not everyone likes the same food, but 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

Livet i en storstad kan trots folkmassorna leda till ensamhet och isolering

Livet i en storstad kan trots folkmassorna leda till ensamhet och isolering

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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