Society, Law & Politics - Social Class

Explore English idioms that relate to social classes, including "blue blood" and "below the salt".

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upper crust

[noun]

the people that are of the highest class in a society

Ex: Members of the upper crust are currently investing in luxury real estate .

above the salt

[phrase]

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

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

airs and graces

[phrase]

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

[noun]

someone who is born in a family that is of noble rank or social prominence

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

fair-haired boy

[phrase]

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

Ex: In the coming years, a new fair-haired boy will emerge in the tech industry, capturing everyone's attention with groundbreaking innovations.

born in the purple

[phrase]

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

[phrase]

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

[noun]

wealth that is inherited to one from a royal or very rich family

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

the chattering class

[noun]

intellectuals, commentators, or influencers who are frequently talking or writing about public issues and current events but who may lack practical experience or political power

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

skid row

[noun]

a poor area in a town or city in which a lot of homeless or drunk people live

Ex: Efforts are currently underway to provide housing and support services to the homeless population in Skid Row.

the right side of the tracks

[phrase]

a very safe and wealthy area in a city or town

Ex: The hope is that future generations will grow up in a society that values equal opportunities, regardless of which side of the tracks they come from.

worm's eye view

[phrase]

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

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

plum in one's mouth

[phrase]

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

[phrase]

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

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

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