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socialize

 

[ ˈsəʊʃəˌlaɪz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

interact with others

To socialize means to interact with others in a social setting, such as a party, gathering, or event. It involves engaging in conversations, sharing experiences, and forming connections with people.

Synonyms

interact, mingle, mix

Examples of usage

  • I enjoy socializing with my friends after work.
  • She finds it difficult to socialize in large groups.
  • Socializing helps build relationships and networks.
  • Attending social events is a great way to socialize.
  • Socializing can improve communication skills.

Translations

Translations of the word "socialize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 socializar

🇮🇳 मिलना-जुलना

🇩🇪 sozialisieren

🇮🇩 bersosialisasi

🇺🇦 соціалізуватися

🇵🇱 socjalizować się

🇯🇵 社交する (しゃこうする)

🇫🇷 socialiser

🇪🇸 socializar

🇹🇷 sosyalleşmek

🇰🇷 사교하다

🇸🇦 اجتماعي

🇨🇿 socializovat se

🇸🇰 socializovať sa

🇨🇳 社交

🇸🇮 socializirati se

🇮🇸 félagslíf

🇰🇿 әлеуметтену

🇬🇪 სოციალიზაცია

🇦🇿 sosiallaşmaq

🇲🇽 socializar

Etymology

The word 'socialize' originated from the Latin word 'socius' meaning 'companion'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 19th century, with the meaning of 'to make social'. Over time, it evolved to encompass the broader concept of interacting and engaging with others in a social context.

See also: antisocial, resocialization, sociability, socialist, socialite, socialization, unsociable.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,610, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.