CEFR B2

socialize

verb

Meaning

Interact with other people in a friendly, informal way.

Examples

It can be difficult to socialize when you are new in a city and don't know anyone.
The company organized a picnic to help the new employees socialize with their colleagues.

Synonyms: mingle, network, converse, hobnob

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socialize (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈsoʊʃəlaɪz/

Definition

Interact with other people in a friendly, informal way.

Examples

It can be difficult to socialize when you are new in a city and don't know anyone.
The company organized a picnic to help the new employees socialize with their colleagues.
He prefers to stay home and read rather than socialize at crowded parties.

How to Use socialize

socialize with (prepositional phrase): To spend time with other people. — "He finds it hard to socialize with people he doesn't know well."
be socialized into (prepositional phrase): To be taught to behave in a specific way by society. — "Children are socialized into the values of their community from a very young age."

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