Domestically
dəˈmɛstɪk(ə)li
Definitions
2 meaningsIn or relating to one's own country; within a particular country; not foreign.
dəˈmɛstɪk(ə)li
Within a country or home environment
The company sources its raw materials domestically to reduce transportation costs.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're buying toys. 'Domestically' means you're buying them from stores IN your country, not from another country. It's like staying close to home!
👶 For kids: It means something happens in your own country.
More Examples
The law impacts various industries domestically.
The airline offers flights to both domestic and international destinations.
How It's Used
"The company sells its products domestically and internationally."
"The government focuses on both domestic and foreign policy."
In relation to the home or household.
dəˈmɛstɪk(ə)li
Related to the home or household affairs
The couple divides their chores domestically.
💡 Simply: If you're talking about doing chores, 'domestically' means doing things like cleaning the house or cooking meals. Basically, things you do at home!
👶 For kids: It means things you do at home.
More Examples
She's very efficient at managing her household finances domestically.
Some people prefer to shop domestically for their food.
How It's Used
"She manages her household tasks domestically."
From Middle English *domestik*, from Old French *domestique*, from Latin *domesticus* ('belonging to the house, of the household'), from *domus* ('house').
The adverbial form 'domestically' has been used since the 17th century, reflecting the increased importance of national and home-related contexts.
Memory tip
Think 'domestic' like 'home'. Domestically means within your home country's borders.
Word Origin
"house"