Domestics: meaning, definitions and examples
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domestics
[ dəˈmɛstɪks ]
related to household activities
Domestics refer to tasks and responsibilities associated with running a household, such as cleaning, cooking, and laundry.
Synonyms
household chores, household duties, housework
Examples of usage
- Sarah hired a housekeeper to help with the domestics around the house.
- Domestics can be time-consuming but are essential for maintaining a comfortable living environment.
employees working in a household
Domestics can also refer to the employees, such as maids, cooks, and gardeners, who work in a household to assist with household tasks.
Synonyms
domestic workers, household employees, household staff
Examples of usage
- The wealthy family had a team of domestics to manage the daily operations of their estate.
- The domestics were well-trained professionals who took pride in their work.
Translations
Translations of the word "domestics" in other languages:
🇵🇹 domésticos
🇮🇳 घरेलू चीज़ें
🇩🇪 Haushaltswaren
🇮🇩 rumah tangga
🇺🇦 домашні речі
🇵🇱 artykuły gospodarstwa domowego
🇯🇵 家庭用品 (かていようひん)
🇫🇷 articles ménagers
🇪🇸 artículos domésticos
🇹🇷 ev eşyaları
🇰🇷 가정용품
🇸🇦 الأدوات المنزلية
🇨🇿 domácí potřeby
🇸🇰 domáce potreby
🇨🇳 家庭用品 (jiātíng yòngpǐn)
🇸🇮 gospodinjski izdelki
🇮🇸 heimilisvörur
🇰🇿 үй бұйымдары
🇬🇪 საყოფაცხოვრებო ნივთები
🇦🇿 məişət əşyaları
🇲🇽 artículos domésticos
Word origin
The term 'domestics' originated from the Latin word 'domesticus', meaning 'belonging to the house'. It has evolved over time to encompass both household activities and employees working in a household. The concept of domestics has been prevalent throughout history, with different cultures having varying approaches to managing household tasks and staff.
See also: domestically, domesticated.