The usage of “doch” Part 1
I bet you’ve already stumbled upon the little German word “doch” and didn’t know how to translate it. Am I right? Well… the English language doesn’t really have an equivalent for it. That’s why it gives people a hard time. And that’s why I’d like to try and tell you more about its usage. I’m splitting the posts into different parts, because there’s a lot to say - so keep an eye out for more!
doch: In general, it expresses contradiction or disagreement (usually). Persuasion can be more stressed if you add a doch. Also, it can appeal for agreement or confirmation.
Examples:
Ich habe doch recht gehabt. -> (Nevertheless) I was right!
Wieso gehst du nicht schlafen? Du musst morgen doch früh aufstehen! -> Why don’t you go to bed? You have to get up early tomorrow?
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