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“elite” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈelite/

Example

La élite controla la economía.

The elite controls the economy.

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How to say “elite” in Spanish

“Elite” in Spanish is élite.

A selected few who occupy positions of privilege in society.

Full entry for élite: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with élite

La élite política suele influir en las decisiones del gobierno.

The political elite often influences government decisions.

Tips for using élite

  • Often treated as a collective singular (la élite) rather than a regular plural, with élites used mainly when contrasting distinct elite groups.

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