Sociably: meaning, definitions and examples

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sociably

 

[ หˆsoสŠ.สƒษ™.bli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

social interaction

Sociably refers to the manner in which someone engages or interacts with others in a friendly or pleasant manner. It often implies being outgoing and approachable in social situations. This term is commonly used to describe behavior that promotes social connections and makes others feel comfortable. Engaging sociably can lead to better relationships and more enjoyable social gatherings.

Synonyms

amiably, cordially, friendly, socially

Examples of usage

  • She smiled sociably at everyone at the party.
  • He sociably greeted his neighbors every morning.
  • During the event, they interacted sociably with the guests.

Translations

Translations of the word "sociably" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น socialmente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเคฎเคพเคœเคฟเค• เคฐเฅ‚เคช เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gesellschaftlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ secara sosial

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะพั†ั–ะฐะปัŒะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ towarzysko

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็คพไบค็š„ใซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท socialement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ socialmente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sosyal olarak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‚ฌํšŒ์ ์œผ๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุฌุชู…ุงุนูŠุงู‹

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ spoleฤensky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ spoloฤensky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็คพไบคๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ druลพbeno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรฉlagslega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำ™ะปะตัƒะผะตั‚ั‚ั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒชแƒ˜แƒแƒšแƒฃแƒ แƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sosial ลŸษ™kildษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ socialmente

Etymology

The word 'sociably' comes from the root 'social,' which is derived from the Latin 'socialis,' meaning 'of companionship' or 'allied.' The Latin term, in turn, traces back to 'socius,' meaning 'companion' or 'ally.' The transformation into English occurred in the late Middle Ages, reflecting a growing emphasis on community and interpersonal relationships in society. The adverbial form 'sociably' emerged to describe actions performed in a social manner, emphasizing the importance of interaction and engagement in a communal context. Over time, as cultures evolved and societies became more interconnected, the term gained prominence in various languages, reflecting changing norms around social behavior. It remains a relevant descriptor in both casual and formal social analyses today.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,965, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.