A2 noun Neutral #346 most common

society

/səˈsaɪ.ə.ti/

Society refers to a large group of people living together in an organized way, sharing the same laws and traditions. It can also mean a specific organization or club formed for a particular interest or activity.

Examples

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1

Living in a modern society has many advantages like better healthcare.

Living in a modern world of people is very beneficial for health.

2

The rules of our society require all citizens to respect the law.

The laws of our organized group say everyone must follow the rules.

3

My brother joined a secret society when he went to university.

My brother joined a private, hidden club at college.

Word Family

Noun
society
Verb
socialize
Adverb
socially
Adjective
social
Related
socialism
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Memory Tip

Think of 'S-O-C' as the start of 'Social City' — a society is like a big social city where everyone lives together.

Quick Quiz

We live in a ______ where everyone should have equal rights.

Correct!

The correct answer is: society

Examples

1

Living in a modern society has many advantages like better healthcare.

everyday

Living in a modern world of people is very beneficial for health.

2

The rules of our society require all citizens to respect the law.

formal

The laws of our organized group say everyone must follow the rules.

3

My brother joined a secret society when he went to university.

informal

My brother joined a private, hidden club at college.

4

Sociologists study the structures of human society and how they change.

academic

Experts study how groups of people are organized and change.

5

Our company aims to give back to society through charitable donations.

business

Our business wants to help the community by giving money to charity.

Word Family

Noun
society
Verb
socialize
Adverb
socially
Adjective
social
Related
socialism

Common Collocations

modern society the way people live in the present time
multicultural society a group of people with many different cultures
civil society organized community life outside of the government
secret society a private club that keeps its activities hidden
high society the group of rich and powerful people

Common Phrases

a member of society

a person who belongs to a community

polite society

groups of people who are refined and well-behaved

benefit to society

something that helps everyone in the community

Often Confused With

society vs community

Community usually refers to a smaller, more local group, while society refers to the whole nation or system.

society vs company

Company refers to a business or being with someone; society refers to the collective group of people.

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Usage Notes

When talking about people in general, 'society' is often used as an uncountable noun without an article. For a specific club, it is a countable noun (e.g., 'the debating society').

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Common Mistakes

Learners often say 'the society' when talking about people in general (e.g., 'The society is changing'). It is more natural to say 'Society is changing.'

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Memory Tip

Think of 'S-O-C' as the start of 'Social City' — a society is like a big social city where everyone lives together.

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Word Origin

From the Latin word 'societas,' which comes from 'socius,' meaning a companion or friend.

Grammar Patterns

Uncountable when referring to the collective group of people. Countable when referring to a club or organization (plural: societies). Often used before another noun (e.g., society rules).
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Cultural Context

In English-speaking countries, 'High Society' historically refers to the upper class and elite social circles.

Quick Quiz

We live in a ______ where everyone should have equal rights.

Correct!

The correct answer is: society

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