ADVERB
damit/ˈdaːmɪt/with it; with that; so that
damit is a German adverb that means with it, with that, or so that. It is pronounced /ˈdaːmɪt/.
Definitions
1.with it; with that (used to reference an object, idea, or preceding statement)(pronominal adverb, reference)
a.referring to an object or matter just mentioned
Ich habe einen Stift. Damit schreibe ich.—I have a pen. I write with it.
2.so that; in order that (introducing a purpose or result clause)(conjunction, result/purpose)
a.expressing purpose or result
Mach schnell, damit wir pünktlich sind.—Hurry up so that we are on time.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "damit" mean in English?
- "damit" means with it, with that, or so that. It is a German adverb.
- How do you pronounce "damit"?
- "damit" is pronounced /ˈdaːmɪt/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "damit"?
- "damit" is a adverb in German.
