элита
Translation of элита
elite
Russian word in Latin letters: elita
Meaning of элита
лучшие и самые влиятельные люди в обществе
the best or most powerful group in a society

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The elite often control the biggest companies.
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Элита часто контролирует крупнейшие компании.
He was invited to join the political elite.
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Его пригласили войти в политическую элиту.
элита synonyms
What's the difference between элита, верхушка, and высшее общество
Informal, often disapproving: the people at the top.
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High society: about status, not power.
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What does элита mean?
the best or most powerful group in a society
How do you pronounce элита?
элита is pronounced [ɪˈlʲitə], in Latin letters “elita”.
How is элита used in a sentence?
The elite often control the biggest companies. Translation: Элита часто контролирует крупнейшие компании.
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