Belonging

Word of the Day

Belonging
noun
Pronounced: bih-LONG-ing

Belonging is the feeling of being accepted, valued and at home in a place or among a group of people.

In a sentence

Amina began to feel a sense of belonging when she realised that she did not have to hide her home language.

Think about it

Belonging does not always mean being the same as everyone else. Sometimes we belong because there is room for our differences.

Try it yourself

Complete one of these sentences:

• I feel a sense of belonging when …
• Everyone should feel that they belong because …
• A place can become welcoming by …

Small challenge

Use the word belonging in a sentence about your school, family, community or friendship group.

A question to carry with you

What helps a person feel that they truly belong?