World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesSciences sociales
Pronunciation / Transliteration: sɛ̃s sɔsjal
"Les sciences sociales étudient les comportements humains."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The scientific study of human society and social relationships.
"Sociology and psychology are branches of social science that explore different aspects of human behavior." - 2
A field of academic study that examines the structure and dynamics of societies.
"Social science research often informs public policy and community development initiatives."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'social science' emerged in the early 19th century, combining 'social', derived from the Latin 'socialis' meaning 'of companionship', and 'science', from the Latin 'scientia' meaning 'knowledge'. It reflects the systematic study of society and human behavior.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Social Science"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Social Science" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
Sciences sociales
Transliteration: sɛ̃s sɔsjal
"Les sciences sociales étudient les comportements humains."
Sozialwissenschaften
Transliteration: zoˈt͡si̯aːlˌvɪsənʃaftən
"Die Sozialwissenschaften analysieren die Gesellschaft."
Scienze sociali
Transliteration: ˈʃjɛntse soˈt͡ʃali
"Le scienze sociali studiano le interazioni umane."
Ciencias sociales
Transliteration: sjɛn̪sjas soθjales
"Las ciencias sociales examinan la estructura de la sociedad."
Ciências sociais
Transliteration: siˈẽsjas soˈsjaɪs
"As ciências sociais estudam o comportamento humano."
सामाजिक विज्ञान
Transliteration: sāmājik vijñān
"सामाजिक विज्ञान मानव व्यवहार का अध्ययन करता है।"
社会科学
Transliteration: shèhuì kēxué
"社会科学研究人类社会的结构。"
사회과학
Transliteration: sahoe-gwahak
"사회과학은 인간 사회의 구조를 연구합니다."
社会科学
Transliteration: shakai kagaku
"社会科学は人間社会の構造を研究します。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all French termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Social Science"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.