ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Professional class

Imagine a big classroom with lots of grown-ups. All of them have different jobs like doctors, lawyers, bankers, and managers. These grown-ups are called professionals because they are really good at what they do and they get paid a lot of money for it.

The professional class is a fancy term for all the people who have these kinds of jobs. They are usually well-educated and they have to go to school for a long time to learn everything they need to know to do their jobs well.

Being part of the professional class means that you have a higher status and more money than many other people. But it also means that you have a lot of responsibilities and people depend on you to do your job well.

Overall, the professional class is made up of hard-working and successful people who are specialized in their fields and are very good at what they do.