domaine vital
The English phrase 'home range' is translated into French as domaine vital.
In ecology, domaine vital is the standard technical term used to describe the area an animal needs to survive.
What does it mean word for word?
The term domaine vital literally translates to 'vital domain' or 'vital territory'.
Did you know?
- In historical French political discourse, the concept of a domaine vital was sometimes used in parallels to the geopolitical theory of Lebensraum to describe a nation's need for space.
- Outside of ecology, the phrase domaine vital can be used metaphorically to describe a person's 'comfort zone' or the essential physical and emotional space they need to feel secure.
- The term domaine can also refer to a 'wine estate' or 'vineyard' in certain contexts, such as a 'domaine viticole'.
Examples in context
- Le domaine vital de ce loup est immense.This wolf's home range is huge.
- L'étude porte sur le domaine vital des oiseaux.The study focuses on the birds' home range.
- Leur domaine vital a diminué à cause de l'urbanisation.Their home range has decreased due to urbanization.
Example conversation
Nathan and Chloé are discussing biology in a classroom.
- NathanComment définit-on le domaine vital d'un animal ?How do we define an animal's home range?
- ChloéC'est l'espace où il trouve ses ressources.It is the space where it finds its resources.
- NathanEst-ce que le domaine vital change avec l'âge ?Does the home range change with age?
- ChloéOui, Nathan, il s'agrandit souvent avec le temps.Yes, Nathan, it often expands over time.
