Also means
sense of identity
Usage Note
Appartenance captures both formal membership (to a group or party) and the deeper psychological sense of 'belonging'. It is frequently used in sociology and education to discuss sentiment d'appartenance ('sense of belonging'). The related verb is appartenir ('to belong').
Examples
"Le sentiment d'appartenance est essentiel."
Natural Translation
The sense of belonging is essential.
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