socialize
Translation
to socialise, to socialize
Examples
I like to socialize with my friends on weekends.
I like to socialise with my friends on weekends.
Parents help to socialize their children.
Parents help to socialise their children.
Grammar Patterns
((with sb.)) to mix socially with others He doesn't socialize with his colleagues much.
((sb.)) to teach (sb.) to behave in a way that is acceptable to society Schools help to socialize children.
Similar Words
Synonyms: interact, mingle, mix; Antonyms: isolate, withdraw
Etymology
From 'social' + '-ize' (a verb-forming suffix).
Memory Tips
To 'socialize' is to *do* something 'social'.