Translation of German word "doch" to English
doch
/dɔx/
Meaning
particleUsed to show agreement or acceptance.
How to use
The word doch is highly idiomatic and has three main functions: (1) Answering 'yes' to a negative question (Hast du kein Geld? – Doch! — Don't you have money? – Yes, I do!). (2) An adversative connector meaning 'but / however / yet' (Er ist alt, doch fit). (3) A modal particle expressing emphasis, impatience, or reassurance (Hör doch mal zu! — Do listen!).
🇬🇧 English
yes
Example
Ja, du kannst jetzt draußen spielen gehen.
Yes, you can go play outside now.
Ja, Sir, wir haben Ihr Paket hier.
Yes sir, we have your package here.
Your personal vocabulary
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- doch wohl— surely / probably (modal combination)
- Komm doch!— Do come! / Come on!
- dennoch— nevertheless / yet (related adverb)
📖 Related grammar
Frequency rank: #70 in German
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "doch"?▼
The German word "doch" is defined as: "Used to show agreement or acceptance."
What does the German word "doch" mean?▼
The German word "doch" means "yes" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "doch"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "doch" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "doch"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ja, du kannst jetzt draußen spielen gehen." (which translates as "Yes, you can go play outside now.").
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