PARTICLE
doch/dɔx/but; however; after all
doch is a German particle that means but, however, or after all. It is pronounced /dɔx/.
Definitions
1.used to contradict a negative statement or question(contradiction, response)
a.to confirm something is true after a denial
„Du kommst nicht mit?“ – „Doch, ich komme mit.“—"You're not coming along?" – "Yes, I am coming."
2.to emphasize a statement or request(emphasis, urging)
a.to stress a point or encourage someone to do something
Mach doch die Tür zu!—Do close the door!
3.however; nevertheless (in spoken discourse for emphasis or surprise)(concessive, discourse)
a.to express surprise or to highlight contradiction
Es ist doch erstaunlich, wie schnell die Zeit vergeht.—It is astonishing, after all, how quickly time passes.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "doch" mean in English?
- "doch" means but, however, or after all. It is a German particle.
- How do you pronounce "doch"?
- "doch" is pronounced /dɔx/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "doch"?
- "doch" is a particle in German.
