How Do You Spell PETTY BOURGEOIS?

Pronunciation: [pˈɛti bˈʊ͡əʒwɑː] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "petty bourgeois" can be a challenge for non-native English speakers as it contains a number of silent letters. The correct pronunciation in IPA transcription is /ˈpɛti ˈbuːʒwɑː/. The 'p' at the beginning is pronounced, but the 'e' is silent. The 't' in "petty" is pronounced and the 't' at the end of "petty" and the 's' at the end of "bourgeois" are both silent. The stress falls on the first syllable, with a short "e" sound, and the second syllable has a long "oo" sound.

PETTY BOURGEOIS Meaning and Definition

1. Petty bourgeois, also known as the petite bourgeoisie, is a term used in social and economic theory to refer to a class of individuals who fall between the working class and the bourgeoisie, or upper middle class. The term "petty" is used to describe their lower social status in relation to the bourgeoisie.

   The petty bourgeoisie primarily consists of small-scale entrepreneurs, self-employed individuals, and independent professionals. They generally own and operate small businesses, such as shops, restaurants, or small farms. Some may also work as freelancers or have a small practice in a particular profession, like law or medicine.

   Unlike the proletariat, who are primarily reliant on selling their labor power to survive, the petty bourgeoisie typically own means of production and exploit their own labor. However, they often face economic insecurity and work long hours to maintain their businesses. They are usually not as wealthy or influential as the bourgeoisie, but their social status is higher than that of the working class.

   The rising capitalist economies have brought about shifts in the social structure, creating a significant number of individuals within this category. The petty bourgeoisie often exhibits features of both the working class, as they rely on their own labor, and the bourgeoisie, reflecting their ownership of means of production.

   This class is of particular interest to sociologists and economists due to their potential role as a social and political force. Societal changes and economic crises can have a significant impact on the petty bourgeoisie, leading to changes in their political attitudes and aspirations. Understanding the role of the petty bourgeoisie helps analyze the dynamics of social class and the complexities of capitalist societies.

Common Misspellings for PETTY BOURGEOIS

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Etymology of PETTY BOURGEOIS

The term "petty bourgeois" has its roots in the French language.

The word "petty" is derived from the Old French word "petit", meaning "small" or "little". It can also refer to something insignificant or of lesser importance.

The term "bourgeois" comes from the French word "bourgeoisie", which originally referred to the middle class in medieval times. It derives from the Old French word "burgeois", meaning "town dweller" or "inhabitant of a borough".

Over time, the term "bourgeois" evolved to represent the middle class as a social group associated with commerce, business, and a materialistic lifestyle. Marxists later adopted the term to refer specifically to the social class that owns the means of production, standing as the ruling class in capitalism.