Dominic
/dominik/from spelling rules
The English name Dominic is translated into Spanish as Dominic.
Dominic is used as a male given name.
Meaning: male given name (name)
Which one should you use?
While Dominic is used, the name Domingo serves as a formal translation of the name.
How do you pronounce it?
/dominik/
Did you know?
- The Spanish version of the name, Domingo, is also the word for 'Sunday'.
- A person named Domingo might be called by the affectionate nickname Mingo in some Spanish-speaking regions.
- The name Domingo was historically popular among saints and religious orders, such as the Dominicans, whose name comes from Saint Dominic.
Examples in context
- Dominic es mi hermano.Dominic is my brother.
- ¿Conoces a Dominic?Do you know Dominic?
- Dominic vive en Madrid.Dominic lives in Madrid.
Example conversation
Sofía is introducing her friend to Javier.
- SofíaJavier, quiero presentarte a Dominic.Javier, I want to introduce you to Dominic.
- JavierMucho gusto, Dominic.Nice to meet you, Dominic.
- SofíaDominic es un gran artista.Dominic is a great artist.
- JavierQué interesante, bienvenido.How interesting, welcome.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
