“Socialize” or “Socialise”—What's the difference?

Usage by country

Where each spelling is used

Of the 12 countries below, 6 prefer “socialize” and 4 prefer “socialise”. Usage levels are out of 100; the more common spelling in each country is in bold.

Usage level out of 100 (if available).
Country	socialize	socialise	Preference
United States	98	2	“socialize”
United Kingdom	22	78	“socialise”
India	69	31	“socialize”
Philippines	97	3	“socialize”
Canada	92	8	“socialize”
Australia	24	76	“socialise”
Liberia	0	0	Not enough data
Ireland	27	73	“socialise”
New Zealand	34	66	“socialise”
Jamaica	100	0	“socialize”
Trinidad & Tobago	100	0	“socialize”
Guyana	0	0	Not enough data

Usage

Examples in context

Real sentences for each spelling. Hover an example to copy it.

“socialize”

…in order for Eaton to socialize with Peggy.
…and was inclined not to socialize easily.
…more than 100 birds to socialize and feed.
…learn more about Terrans and socialize them.
…Geraldo Rivera had met to socialize over drinks, a claim Rivera
…social democrats who wish to socialize the economy but who still…
…can talk to citizens and socialize, as well identify the problems…
…web applications to learn, teach, socialize, administer, promote and sell face-to-face…
…to meet and dance, sing, socialize, and honor their cultures.
…Connie's tavern to drink and socialize.

“socialise”

…local language well enough to socialise with other kids.
…sports enthusiasts could congregate and socialise with a friendly game.
…elephants attract many animals to socialise, reinforce bonds and feed on…
…could gather for one night, socialise with others who had served…
Between meals, the passengers could socialise and look at the scenery.
…the few people allowed to socialise with the princes.
…in unique settings, where people socialise.
…young migrants an outlet to socialise rather than spend their time…
…to eat, shop, relax and socialise.
…table and can eat and socialise, or finish homework.

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