Domaines (en. Domains)
/dɔ.mɛ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Fields of activity, expertise, or knowledge.
The fields of science are vast and varied.
Les domaines de la science sont vastes et variés.
Specific territories or regions.
These domains are protected by law.
Ces domaines sont protégés par la loi.
Properties or lands.
He owns several wine estates.
Il possède plusieurs domaines viticoles.
Etymology
From the Latin 'dominium', meaning ownership or sovereignty.
Common Phrases and Expressions
areas of expertise
The various skills of a person.
domaines de compétences
fields of application
The diverse ways in which a theory or method can be used.
domaines d'application
areas of intervention
The zones or situations in which an action is undertaken.
domaines d'intervention
Related Words
territory
Geographic space belonging to an individual or group.
territoire
sector
Specific part of an economy or activity.
secteur
field
Expansion of a particular domain or discipline.
champ
Slang Meanings
Areas of expertise
He has several strings to his bow; he is involved in various fields.
Il a plusieurs cordes à son arc, il touche à des domaines variés.
The domains are vast
In this job, the areas of intervention are very broad.
Dans ce job, les domaines d'intervention sont très larges.