Meaning
caste, political elite
- A hereditary social class separated from others by formal restrictions.
- A privileged, self-serving political or economic elite.
In a sentence
I cittadini chiedono riforme per ridurre i privilegi della casta.
Citizens are demanding reforms to reduce the privileges of the political elite.
Il sistema delle caste influenza ancora profondamente la società.
The caste system still deeply influences society.
I giovani non vogliono più sottostare alle regole di quella casta chiusa.
Young people no longer want to submit to the rules of that closed caste.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| casta | feminine · singular |
| caste | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- In modern Italian politics, 'la casta' frequently denotes corrupt or detached political elites.