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Born with a silver spoon in your mouth

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Socioeconomic StatusPlay
The phrase refers to a high socioeconomic status from birth, not just wealth. SlideDespite his modest job, Adam's refined manners hinted he was born with a silver spoon in his mouth.
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Idiomatic NuancePlay
This idiom often implies a lack of understanding of everyday struggles by the person it's used for. SlideHe had no idea how to do laundry; he was born with a silver spoon in his mouth.
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Cultural PerceptionPlay
Culturally, the phrase might be used with a tone of envy or disapproval. SlideJenny was born with a silver spoon in her mouth, unlike us who worked for everything.