A2 verb Neutre #507 le plus courant

domestic

/dəˈmestɪk/

Domestic refers to things related to the home, family, or household activities. It can also describe things that occur within a single country rather than involving other countries.

Exemples

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1

I spend my Saturday mornings doing domestic chores like cleaning the kitchen.

I spend my Saturday mornings doing household tasks like cleaning the kitchen.

2

The government is introducing a new domestic policy to improve education within the country.

The government is making new internal rules to improve education within the country.

3

I am not very domestic, so I usually order pizza instead of cooking dinner.

I am not good at home activities, so I usually order pizza instead of cooking.

Famille de mots

Nom
domesticity
Verb
domesticate
Adverbe
domestically
Adjectif
domestic
Apparenté
domestic
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'domestic' and 'dome' (a roof). A domestic animal lives under the roof of your home.

Quiz rapide

Since we are not leaving the country, we need to go to the ____ terminal at the airport.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : domestic

Exemples

1

I spend my Saturday mornings doing domestic chores like cleaning the kitchen.

everyday

I spend my Saturday mornings doing household tasks like cleaning the kitchen.

2

The government is introducing a new domestic policy to improve education within the country.

formal

The government is making new internal rules to improve education within the country.

3

I am not very domestic, so I usually order pizza instead of cooking dinner.

informal

I am not good at home activities, so I usually order pizza instead of cooking.

4

The researchers analyzed the domestic environment of urban families.

academic

The researchers studied the home life conditions of families living in cities.

5

Our company focus is currently on the domestic market before we try to sell abroad.

business

Our company focus is on the local country market before we try to sell to other countries.

Famille de mots

Nom
domesticity
Verb
domesticate
Adverbe
domestically
Adjectif
domestic
Apparenté
domestic

Collocations courantes

domestic flight a flight that stays within the same country
domestic chores jobs like cleaning and washing done at home
domestic appliances machines used in the home like dishwashers or vacuums
domestic animal an animal that lives with or is kept by humans
domestic violence physical or emotional abuse between family members

Phrases Courantes

domestic bliss

perfect happiness in a home and family life

gross domestic product

the total value of goods produced inside a country

domestic worker

someone who is paid to work in another person's home

Souvent confondu avec

domestic vs tame

Tame describes an individual animal that is not afraid of humans, while domestic refers to a species kept by humans for generations.

domestic vs internal

Internal means inside anything (like a body or machine), while domestic specifically means inside a home or a country.

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Notes d'usage

Use 'domestic' when discussing official matters within a country or when describing chores and home life. It is slightly more formal than the word 'home' when used as an adjective.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use 'home' as an adjective for travel (e.g., 'home flight'), but 'domestic flight' is the correct term.

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'domestic' and 'dome' (a roof). A domestic animal lives under the roof of your home.

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Origine du mot

From the Latin 'domesticus', which comes from 'domus' meaning 'house'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Usually used as an adjective before a noun. Does not have a plural form when used as an adjective. Can be used as a noun (plural: domestics) to refer to household servants.
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Contexte culturel

In modern English-speaking cultures, the phrase 'domestic chores' is often used in discussions about the equal division of housework between partners.

Quiz rapide

Since we are not leaving the country, we need to go to the ____ terminal at the airport.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : domestic

Mots lis

immune

B2

Immune describes the state of being protected from a specific disease, typically through vaccination or prior exposure. It can also figuratively refer to being unaffected by something negative, such as criticism, or being exempt from certain duties or legal consequences.

antibody

B2

A protective protein produced by the immune system in response to the presence of a foreign substance, called an antigen. It identifies and neutralizes threats like bacteria, viruses, and toxins to prevent infection.

vaccine

B2

A substance used to stimulate the production of antibodies and provide immunity against one or several diseases. It is typically prepared from the causative agent of a disease or a synthetic substitute and is administered to prevent future infection.

vaccination

B2

The administration of a vaccine to help the immune system develop protection from a disease. It refers to the physical act or the organized process of immunizing individuals or populations.

immunization

B2

The process by which an individual's immune system becomes protected against a specific disease, typically through the administration of a vaccine. It refers to both the act of giving a vaccine and the resulting state of being immune to an infection.

injection

B2

An injection is the act of putting a liquid, especially a drug, into a person's body using a needle and a syringe. Metaphorically, it refers to the act of introducing something new, such as money or energy, into a system or organization to improve it.

medication

B2

To treat a person or animal with medicine, or to provide a drug to alleviate symptoms and manage health conditions. It describes the professional act of administering healthcare substances or the personal act of self-treating a condition.

prescription

B2

Relating to a medicine or treatment that can only be obtained through a written order from a qualified doctor. It describes items that are legally regulated and require professional authorization rather than being available for direct purchase.

antibiotic

B2

Relating to a substance that is capable of destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms, especially bacteria. It describes medications or properties used to treat infections caused by bacteria rather than viruses.

anesthetic

B2

A substance or drug that induces a reversible loss of sensation or consciousness. It is used in medical procedures to prevent a patient from feeling pain during surgery or other painful treatments.

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