upper class

• Désigne la catégorie sociale regroupant les personnes jouissant du statut le plus élevé, de la plus grande richesse et de privilèges dans la société, souvent associée à des titres hérités, à la propriété ou à un pouvoir économique considérable.

Refers to a social group consisting of people with the highest social status, wealth, and privilege in a society, often associated with inherited titles, property, or significant economic power.

1. Social classB2formal

   The social group with the highest status, wealth, and power in a society.

   classe supérieure

   • The upper class often sends their children to private schools.
   • Historically, the upper class owned most of the land.
   • Members of the upper class may have significant political influence.

2. High quality or exclusiveB2informal

   Relating to or characteristic of the highest social or economic group; often implying luxury or exclusivity.

   classe supérieure

   • They live in an upper-class neighborhood with large houses.
   • The restaurant has an upper-class atmosphere and menu.
   • She has an upper-class accent that is very refined.