Introdução
The British class system is one of the most complex and subtle in the world. Unlike countries where class is based mainly on money, in Britain your class is revealed by your accent, vocabulary, education, hobbies, and even how you eat your dinner!
Vocabulário
8 termos
posh
chique / aristocrático
She went to a very posh school.
common
vulgar / plebeu
Eating with your mouth open is common.
working class
classe trabalhadora
My dad is from a working-class background.
middle class
classe média
They are very middle class — they shop at Waitrose.
upper class
classe alta / aristocracia
The upper class still owns most of the land.
RP (Received Pronunciation)
sotaque 'padrão' britânico
BBC presenters used to speak with an RP accent.
public school
escola particular elite (UK)
Eton is the most famous public school.
state school
escola pública
Most children go to state schools.
Gramática
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Passive Voice — Formal British English
The passive voice is commonly used in formal British contexts to sound neutral and polite. It avoids direct blame or responsibility.
Mistakes were made.
Erros foram cometidos. (ninguém assume culpa)
It is suggested that you arrive on time.
Sugere-se que você chegue na hora.
Your application has been rejected.
Sua candidatura foi rejeitada.
História
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Classe e Sociedade
Emma grew up in a council estate in Newcastle. Her parents worked in factories. She went to the local comprehensive school. "We didn't have ...
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