ADVERB

auch/aʊ̯x/also; too; as well

auch is a German adverb that means also, too, or as well. It is pronounced /aʊ̯x/.

Definitions

1.in addition; also; too(addition)

a.expressing that something applies as well as (what was mentioned before)

Ich komme auch zur Party.—I am also coming to the party.

b.reinforcing similarity or addition

Sie spricht Englisch und auch Französisch.—She speaks English and also French.

2.even; used for emphasis(emphasis)

a.emphasizing a statement

Das hätte ich auch nicht gedacht.—I wouldn't have thought that either.

Frequently asked questions

What does "auch" mean in English?
"auch" means also, too, or as well. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "auch"?
"auch" is pronounced /aʊ̯x/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "auch"?
"auch" is a adverb in German.

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