No. 88 in German
doch
"Doch" is a German word meaning "but," "however," or is used to affirmatively contradict a negative statement or question.
In a sentence
Ich wollte nicht kommen, doch es war notwendig.
I didn't want to come, but it was necessary.
In this sentence, 'doch' means 'but' and is used to introduce a contrasting clause.
Komm doch mit ins Kino, es wird Spaß machen!
Come along to the cinema, it will be fun!
'Doch' here adds an encouraging tone to the invitation, making it more persuasive or friendly.
Er hat gesagt, er mag keine Schokolade, doch ich habe ihn gestern eine essen sehen.
He said he doesn't like chocolate, but I saw him eating one yesterday.
In this case, 'doch' means 'but' again, used to introduce a point that contrasts with the previous statement.
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