Die soziale Klasse
Example: Die soziale Klasse beeinflusste im 19. Jahrhundert das Leben stark.
Definition
"Die soziale Klasse" refers to a group of people within a society who share similar economic status, occupation, education, and social standing. It significantly influences individuals' lifestyles, opportunities, and interactions, especially notable in historical contexts like the 19th century.
Etymology
The term "die soziale Klasse" comes from German, where "sozial" means social and "Klasse" means class. "Klasse" itself originates from the Latin "classis," which originally referred to a division of Roman citizens based on wealth. Did you know? The word "class" was adopted into many languages to describe social divisions that shape societies.
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