Social Capital

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun an informal social gathering or event

adjective relating to society or its organization

  • Social interactions play a crucial role in forming relationships.
  • I love attending social events with my friends.
  • Let's hit up some social spots tonight.
  • The internet has revolutionized the way we engage in social networking.

noun In South Asian cultures, 'wasta' refers to the use of personal connections or influence to get things done, often bypassing official procedures or rules.

  • In some countries, having wasta can greatly influence one's chances of getting a job.
  • My cousin used his wasta to get me a discount on the car rental.
  • She's always using her wasta to get out of doing any work.
  • Having a strong network of connections is like having wasta in the business world.