Meaning of White Collar Worker and Blue Collar Worker

A "white collar worker" is someone who works in an office (customer service, management, sales, etc.).

Example: There are mostly manufacturing positions here. There aren't many white-collar jobs.

The opposite of a white collar worker is a "blue collar worker."

A blue collar worker is someone who works with his hands (manufacturing, construction, maintenance, etc.).

"White collar" (and "blue collar") can also be used to describe a job, position, or place.


Meaning of White Collar Worker and Blue Collar Worker

Text Source: 100 Useful Business English Expressions

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