King/queen (rey/reina);
nobility (nobleza);
aristocracy (aristocracia)
bourgeoisie (clase media);
working class (clase obrera)
There was also the Church (la Iglesia)
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The Spanish implemented a strict social class system in Spanish America primarily to maintain control over the diverse populations and ensure colonial governance. This hierarchy, often based on race and lineage, established clear distinctions between Spaniards, Creoles, mestizos, indigenous peoples, and enslaved Africans, reinforcing Spanish dominance. By privileging those of Spanish descent and marginalizing others, the system helped to solidify political power, economic interests, and cultural hegemony in the colonies. Ultimately, it aimed to prevent rebellion and maintain order in the vast and varied territories under Spanish rule.
The spanish word for class is "clase"
The middle class system in Spanish America was made up of professionals such as lawyers, doctors, and teachers; merchants and traders; skilled craftsmen; and some landowners. These groups were economically comfortable but did not have as much wealth and power as the upper class.
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"Clase" is the Spanish word for "class".
Translated: Where is your Spanish teacher from?
They were the spanish people born in the new world. They were the second highest class in the encomienda system. -Sheryl S.
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Peninsulares Criollos Mestizos Freed Slaves Indians Black Slaves
'Clase de tenis' is tennis class in Spanish.
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