exclusive enclave
[ɪkˈskluːsɪv ˈɛnkleɪv]
nounpl: exclusive enclaves
enclave exclusivo
1. A geographically isolated or separate area that is restricted to a select group of people, typically wealthy or privileged individuals, with controlled access and limited entry
The exclusive enclave in the mountains offered luxury homes and privacy for only the most affluent residents.
O enclave exclusivo na montanha oferecia casarões de luxo e privacidade apenas para os residentes mais abastados.
2. A self-contained community or neighborhood characterized by high standards of living, security measures, and social selectivity
Beverly Hills is known as an exclusive enclave where celebrities and wealthy entrepreneurs reside.
Beverly Hills é conhecida como um enclave exclusivo onde vivem celebridades e empresários abastados.
In Brazil, particularly in major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, exclusive enclaves (enclaves exclusivos or condomínios fechados) are very common among the wealthy middle and upper classes due to security concerns. In the USA, exclusive enclaves represent wealth and social status, with famous examples like Beverly Hills, the Hamptons, and gated communities in Florida. The term reflects broader themes of socioeconomic segregation and security consciousness in both countries.
NYC Slang
fancy gated neighborhood; upscale private community
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