Domésticos (en. Domestic)

/doˈmes.ti.kos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Refers to animals that have been domesticated to live with humans.
Dogs and cats are examples of domestic animals.
Los perros y gatos son ejemplos de animales domésticos.
Related to household tasks.
Domestic work includes cleaning, cooking, and organizing.
Los trabajos domésticos incluyen limpiar, cocinar y organizar.

Etymology

The word 'domestics' comes from the Latin 'domesticus', meaning 'pertaining to the house'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

domestic work
Tasks performed at home.
trabajos domésticos
domestic animal
Animal raised and adapted to live with humans.
animal doméstico
household expenses
Expenses related to the functioning of the household.
gastos domésticos

Related Words

domestic
Belonging to the house.
doméstico
house
Building where a family lives.
casa
care
Attention given to something or someone.
cuidado
home
Place where one lives and creates a family environment.
hogar

Slang Meanings

Referring to everyday household problems informally.
Today I have to deal with the 'domestic issue' of the bills.
Hoy tengo que enfrentar el 'rollo doméstico' con las facturas.
Mild disdain for the conventional or domestic.
That party was very 'domestic'; everyone stayed home.
Esa fiesta fue muy 'doméstica', todos se quedaron en casa.