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    Privilégiés (en. Privileged)

    /pʁivileʒje/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    People who enjoy specific advantages in a given context.
    The privileged in society have access to resources that others do not.
    Les privilégiés de la société ont accès à des ressources que d'autres n'ont pas.
    Groups that benefit from favorable treatment or opportunities.
    The privileged in the educational system are often better prepared for the future.
    Les privilégiés du système éducatif sont souvent mieux préparés pour l'avenir.
    Individuals who have rights or advantages not accessible to the majority.
    The privileged often belong to the economic elite.
    Les privilégiés font souvent partie de l'élite économique.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'privilegium', meaning 'special law' or 'particular advantage'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the fortunate ones
    People who benefit from a stroke of luck or a favorable situation.
    les privilégiés du sort
    among the privileged
    In a context where individuals share the same advantage status.
    entre privilégiés

    Related Words

    privilege
    Advantage or particular right granted to someone.
    privilège
    foundation
    Basis or principle on which rights or advantages rest.
    fondement

    Slang Meanings

    The well-off
    He thinks he's well-off, but he's not that privileged.
    Il se prend pour un nanti, mais il n'est pas si privilegié.
    The lucky ones
    Look at those lucky ones who have never had financial problems.
    Regarde ces chanceux qui n'ont jamais eu de problèmes financiers.