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10 Language-to-English DictionariesSocialite
/ˈsoʊ.ʃə.laɪt/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A person who is well-known in fashionable society and is often seen at social events.
"The gala was attended by numerous socialites from across the country." - 2
An individual who enjoys socializing and is often involved in social activities.
"As a socialite, she was always the life of the party, drawing people in with her charm."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'socialite' originated in the early 20th century, derived from the French word 'social', which relates to society. It evolved to describe individuals who are prominent in social circles, often attending high-profile events and gatherings.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Socialite" is said worldwide
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célébrité
Transliteration: se-le-bri-te
"Elle est une célébrité dans le monde de la mode."
Gesellschaftsdame
Transliteration: ge-zel-shaftz-da-me
"Sie ist eine bekannte Gesellschaftsdame in Berlin."
socialite
Transliteration: so-cia-lite
"È una socialite molto famosa a Milano."
socialité
Transliteration: so-cia-li-te
"La socialité asistió a la gala benéfica."
socialite
Transliteration: so-cia-lite
"Ela é uma socialite conhecida em Lisboa."
सोशलाइट
Transliteration: socialite
"वह एक प्रसिद्ध सोशलाइट है।"
社交名媛
Transliteration: shèjiāo míngyuán
"她是一位著名的社交名媛。"
사교계 인사
Transliteration: sagyo-gye insa
"그녀는 유명한 사교계 인사입니다."
社交界の人
Transliteration: shakōkai no hito
"彼女は社交界の有名人です。"
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