Domesticité (en. Domesticity)
/dɔ.me.s.ti.ˈsi.te/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
State or condition of that which is domestic.
Domesticity imposes certain rules within the home.
La domesticité impose certaines règles au sein de la maison.
Community of people living under the same roof.
The domesticity of this family is very welcoming.
La domesticité de cette famille est très accueillante.
System of organization within a household.
Domestic tasks are often shared among family members.
Les tâches de domesticité sont souvent partagées entre les membres de la famille.
Etymology
The term domesticity comes from the Latin 'domesticus', which means 'belonging to the house'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
domestic life
Daily life in a domestic setting.
vie de domesticité
domestic work
The tasks performed within a household.
travail de domesticité
domestic regulations
The rules governing life at home.
règlement de domesticité
Related Words
domesticity
State of being domestic or living as part of a household.
domesticité
domestic
Pertaining to the home or household.
domestique
household
Group of people living under the same roof.
ménage
Slang Meanings
Family life or daily routine.
I'm tired of domesticity; I need to go out a bit.
J'en ai marre de la domesticité, il faut que je sorte un peu.
Staying home instead of going out.
After this long week, I prefer domesticity this weekend.
Après cette longue semaine, je préfère la domesticité ce week-end.