Plahiyoklasa (en. Social class)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A group of people with a similar status in society based on wealth, education, and power.
Members of the social class often have similar educational backgrounds.
Ang mga miyembro ng plahiyoklasa ay kadalasang may magkatulad na pinag-aralan.
Refers to the categorization of society into different levels or statuses.
Recognizing each social class is important to understand the dynamics of society.
Mahalaga ang pagkilala sa bawat plahiyoklasa upang maunawaan ang dinamika ng lipunan.
It can be considered a system of division among people in a community.
Maria's family belongs to the higher social class in their barangay.
Ang pamilya ni Maria ay kabilang sa mas mataas na plahiyoklasa sa kanilang barangay.

Common Phrases and Expressions

upper social class
Refers to people with high levels of wealth and power.
mataas na plahiyoklasa
lower social class
Refers to people with low levels of wealth and opportunities.
mababang plahiyoklasa

Related Words

society
The entirety of people living in a specific area with similar culture and traditions.
lipunan
power
The ability to influence or control people or situations in society.
kapangyarihan

Slang Meanings

a wealthy or high-society person who boasts about their riches
Wow, he's so plahiyoklasa, always bragging about his new car.
Grabe siya, ang plahiyoklasa, lagi na lang nagyayabang sa bagong kotse niya.
a person who loves luxury and a flamboyant lifestyle
The plahiyoklasa at the party were all wearing designer brands!
Ang mga plahiyoklasa sa party, puro designer brands ang suot!