noun
Uncommon
bourgeoisie
boorzh-wah-ZEE
Bourgeoisie (noun) means the property-owning middle class, especially as contrasted with the working class. Example: “The pamphlet argued that the bourgeoisie controlled most of the country's wealth.”
noun
1
The property-owning middle class, especially as contrasted with the working class.
"The pamphlet argued that the bourgeoisie controlled most of the country's wealth."
How to use bourgeoisie
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe middle or property-owning class as a whole, especially in political or economic writing.
Common mistake
Bourgeois is the adjective/individual noun; bourgeoisie is the class as a collective group.
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Etymology
From French bourgeoisie, from bourgeois, "town dweller."
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What does “bourgeoisie” mean?
The word “bourgeoisie” means the property-owning middle class, especially as contrasted with the working class. In plain terms, the middle or property-owning class as a whole, especially in political or economic writing.
How do you pronounce “bourgeoisie”?
“Bourgeoisie” is pronounced boorzh-wah-ZEE (/ˌbʊə(ɹ)ʒwɑːˈziː/ in IPA).
How do you use “bourgeoisie” in a sentence?
Here is “bourgeoisie” used in a sentence: “The pamphlet argued that the bourgeoisie controlled most of the country's wealth.”
What part of speech is “bourgeoisie”?
“Bourgeoisie” is a noun.
Where does the word “bourgeoisie” come from?
The word “bourgeoisie” comes from French. From French bourgeoisie, from bourgeois, "town dweller.".
Is “bourgeoisie” a common word?
“Bourgeoisie” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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