Dominic
The English name Dominic is translated into Italian as Dominic.
Dominic is used as a male given name in Italian.
Meaning: male given name (name)
Which one should you use?
While Dominic is the name provided, Domenico is the most common formal equivalent in Italian.
Did you know?
- In Italian, the name Domenico can be affectionately shortened to the nickname Mimmo, which is quite common in southern Italy.
- The name Domenico is historically linked to the 'Lord's Day', meaning children born on a Sunday were traditionally given this name.
- The name is often paired with the surname Dominici, which means 'of the family of Domenico'.
Examples in context
- Buongiorno, signor Domenico, piacere di conoscerla.Good morning, Mr. Dominic, nice to meet you.
- Ciao Domi, come stai?Hi Domi, how are you?
- Si chiama Dominic.His name is Dominic.
- Ho incontrato Dominic ieri.I met Dominic yesterday.
- Conosci Dominic?Do you know Dominic?
Example conversation
Matteo and Martina are talking about a new colleague.
- MatteoConosci il nuovo collega, Dominic?Do you know the new colleague, Dominic?
- MartinaSì, ho parlato con Dominic stamattina.Yes, I spoke with Dominic this morning.
- MatteoÈ molto gentile.He is very kind.
- MartinaSì, è un bravo ragazzo.Yes, he is a good guy.
