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szlachta

szlachta

1 9.9
A member of the old Polish noble class who owned land
  • noun
  • /ˈʃlɑːxtə/
: nobleza
  • Many traditions of the szlachta are still celebrated in Polish culture today.

Examples

  • The szlachta played a significant role in the politics of historical Poland.

  • During the 18th century, the szlachta began to lose power and influence in Polish society.

  • Her ancestor was a proud szlachta who owned several estates in the countryside.

  • The szlachta played a significant role in Polish history.

  • Many members of the szlachta owned vast estates.

  • The szlachta played a significant role in the history of Poland, influencing politics and culture.

  • Many members of the szlachta owned vast estates that were passed down through generations.

Synonyms

noble
vsszlachta
42 5.3

A person from a high social family with a title

is the historical Polish aristocratic class and its members
nobleman
vsszlachta
18 5.6

A man from a high social class who has a title

includes all members of a regional aristocratic class, not only men
nobility
vsszlachta
7 5.9

Being born into a family with high social rank

is the specific Polish aristocratic class and its members rather than a status

Surface Forms

szlachta singular
szlachten plural

Etymology

Szlachta comes from Polish and is related to szlachetny, which means 'noble', so szlachta were the noble families and the noble class in Poland.