doch

derNoun

however; yes (in response to negative)

English translations

  1. 01

    but

  2. 02

    yet

  3. 03

    however

Word details

German meaning
Ein Strang aus Baumwolle oder anderem Material, der in einer Kerze oder Lampe brennt und die Flamme speist.
English meaning
Wick
Synonym
Lunte
German example
Der Docht der Kerze war zu kurz.
English example
The wick of the candle was too short.
Type
Noun
Article
der
Singular Form
der Docht
Plural Form
die Dochte

Example sentences with “doch”

  1. Doch, ich komme! (Yes, I am coming!)

Frequently asked questions

When to use 'doch'?

'Doch' is used to contradict a negative statement.