B2adjective2K

UK/["/dəˈmestɪk/"]/US/["/dəˈmestɪk/"]/

Meaning of Domestic

of or inside a particular country; not foreign or international

In simple words: Related to home or family life.

Domestic in a sentence

  • The domestic market has been growing steadily over the last few years.
  • She prefers domestic flights because they are often more convenient.
  • Understanding domestic policies is crucial for effective governance.
  • Many families have domestic pets that bring joy to their lives.
  • The report highlighted domestic issues that need urgent attention.
  • Domestic violence is a serious problem that affects many individuals.
  • He enjoys domestic travel more than international adventures.
  • They are working on creating domestic products to reduce imports.

How to use Domestic

Use 'domestic' when talking about home affairs or local matters. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts; however, avoid it in discussions strictly about international topics.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'home' as domestic — picture your domestic pet relaxing on the couch.

Related words

Collocations with Domestic

Synonyms for Domestic

Opposites of Domestic

Common mistakes with Domestic

  • Confused with 'domesticated', which refers to animals that have been trained or adapted.
  • Using 'domestic' to refer to anything outside of home or family contexts.
  • Mispronouncing as 'do-mestic' instead of 'do-mes-tic'.

Compare Domestic with Household, Home, Local, Internal

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Frequently asked questions about Domestic

What does Domestic mean?

Related to home or family life.

What is the definition of Domestic?

of or inside a particular country; not foreign or international

How do you use Domestic in a sentence?

The domestic market has been growing steadily over the last few years.

Can you give another example of Domestic?

She prefers domestic flights because they are often more convenient.

What are synonyms for Domestic?

Common alternatives include household, home, local, internal.

What is the opposite of Domestic?

Opposite meanings include foreign, international.

What words go with Domestic?

It commonly pairs with domestic violence, domestic issues, domestic flights, domestic chores.

What are common mistakes when using Domestic?

Confused with 'domesticated', which refers to animals that have been trained or adapted. Using 'domestic' to refer to anything outside of home or family contexts. Mispronouncing as 'do-mestic' instead of 'do-mes-tic'.

How do you pronounce Domestic?

US: /["/dəˈmestɪk/"]/, UK: /["/dəˈmestɪk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Domestic?

Use 'domestic' when talking about home affairs or local matters. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts; however, avoid it in discussions strictly about international topics.

What CEFR level is Domestic?

"Domestic" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.