Anglicizing: meaning, definitions and examples
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anglicizing
[ ˈæŋɡlɪˌsaɪzɪŋ ]
language adaptation
Anglicizing refers to the process of making something English in form or character. This can involve altering names or words to conform to English norms or adapting cultural practices to be more in line with English traditions.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The anglicization of foreign names is common in English-speaking countries.
- She was anglicizing her family's traditional recipes to suit local tastes.
- The film was anglicized to appeal to a wider audience.
- Many immigrants anglicize their surnames upon moving to an English-speaking country.
Translations
Translations of the word "anglicizing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 anglicização
🇮🇳 एंग्लिसाइजिंग
🇩🇪 Anglisierung
🇮🇩 anglikanisasi
🇺🇦 англізація
🇵🇱 anglicyzacja
🇯🇵 英語化
🇫🇷 anglicisation
🇪🇸 anglificación
🇹🇷 İngilizleştirme
🇰🇷 영어화
🇸🇦 تأصيل إنجليزي
🇨🇿 anglicizace
🇸🇰 anglicizácia
🇨🇳 英语化
🇸🇮 anglizacija
🇮🇸 enský
🇰🇿 ағылшындандыру
🇬🇪 ანგლიზაცია
🇦🇿 ingilisləşdirilməsi
🇲🇽 anglificación
Etymology
The term 'anglicizing' derives from the word 'Anglicize', which itself comes from 'Anglo-', relating to England or its culture, and the suffix '-ize', which implies causing a change in form or character. The use of 'anglicize' as a verb can be traced back to the 19th century, a time when English was expanding globally, especially during the British Empire's height. During this period, many non-English names and terms were adapted to fit English pronunciation and spelling conventions. This phenomenon is present not only in language but also in various cultural contexts, where foreign customs and practices are modified to fit English societal norms, helping to facilitate communication and understanding among diverse populations.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #42,132, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.