"sense of belonging "

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kelvin123

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have a sense of belonging for China
have a sense of belonging to China
have a sense of belonging in China

which is correct?
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billmcd

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"Belonging for" would not be correct in any context.
"Belonging to" would suggest to me sentiment with regard to nationality.
"Belonging in" would suggest to me sentiment with regard to residence.
 

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how about others,for example,school?
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No. Maybe you are confusing "belonging for" with "longing for", meaning wanting or desiring.
 
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