DOM
The English term 'dom' is used in French as DOM to refer to a person who dominates in BDSM practices.
The term refers to an individual who takes the dominant role within the context of BDSM.
Meaning: person who dominates in BDSM practices (noun)
Did you know?
- In French, the abbreviation DOM can also stand for 'Département d'outre-mer', referring to overseas departments like Guadeloupe or Martinique.
- The word dom also exists in French as a title for certain religious figures, such as Benedictine monks, though this is unrelated to the BDSM context.
- The term DOM is a direct relative of the English word 'don', as both trace back to the Latin 'dominus' meaning 'master'.
Examples in context
- Tom est mon dominateur.Tom is my dom.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use DOM in a personal context.Tatoeba #11905457 by shekitten, translation #11864598 by soweli_Tansisi
- Elle cherche un DOM expérimenté.She is looking for an experienced DOM.
- Il joue le rôle de DOM.He plays the role of a DOM.
Example conversation
Nathan and Manon are discussing a roleplay story.
- NathanEst-ce que ton personnage est un DOM ?Is your character a DOM?
- ManonOui, Nathan, il est très autoritaire.Yes, Nathan, he is very authoritative.
- NathanC'est un DOM très charismatique.He is a very charismatic DOM.
- ManonJe suis contente que tu l'aimes.I am happy that you like him.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries dom, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
