middle stratum
[ˈmɪdəl ˈstrætəm]
nounpl: middle strata / middle stratums
estrato médio
1. A social, economic, or geological layer positioned between upper and lower levels; in sociology, refers to the middle class
The middle stratum of society has grown significantly in developing nations.
O estrato médio da sociedade cresceu significativamente nos países em desenvolvimento.
2. In geology, a layer of rock or sediment between two other distinct layers
The archaeologists excavated the middle stratum to find artifacts from the Bronze Age.
Os arqueólogos escavaram o estrato médio para encontrar artefatos da Idade do Bronze.
3. Any intermediate level or tier in a hierarchical system
Management represents the middle stratum of the organizational structure.
A gestão representa o estrato médio da estrutura organizacional.
In Brazil, the concept of 'estrato médio' or 'classe média' has become increasingly important in social discourse, particularly regarding economic mobility and consumer behavior. The term reflects both sociological classification and economic reality, with growing importance in discussions about income inequality and social policy.
NYC Slang
the middle class / regular folks
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