Significado
To be born into a very wealthy family.
Contexto cultural
The phrase is very common in British English and is often used to describe the upper class or aristocracy. In the US, it is used to describe anyone from a wealthy family, regardless of whether they are 'aristocratic'.
Use it carefully
This phrase can sound critical. Use it when you want to highlight privilege.
Significado
To be born into a very wealthy family.
Use it carefully
This phrase can sound critical. Use it when you want to highlight privilege.
Ponte a prueba
Which phrase is correct?
He was born with a ____ spoon in his mouth.
The idiom is 'silver spoon'.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
1 ejerciciosHe was born with a ____ spoon in his mouth.
The idiom is 'silver spoon'.
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Preguntas frecuentes
1 preguntasYes, just change 'his' to 'her'.
Frases relacionadas
Trust fund baby
synonymSomeone who lives off inherited money.
