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UK//ðeɪ duː//US//ðeɪ du//

Meaning of They do

Used to affirm or agree with a statement about a group of people.

In simple words: A phrase used to express agreement or confirmation.

They do in a sentence

  • When asked if they study hard, she said, 'They do.'
  • Do they help each other with projects? Yes, they do.
  • Many think they won't succeed, but I believe they do.
  • At the meeting, everyone agreed, saying, 'They do work well together.'

How to use They do

Commonly used in casual conversations to confirm or agree with a statement. Can be informal in tone.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a group of people nodding and saying 'they do' in agreement.

Related words

Collocations with They do

  • they do believe
  • they do care
  • they do listen

Synonyms for They do

Common mistakes with They do

  • 'They do' is sometimes confused with 'They doesn't.'
  • 'They do' may be misused in questions instead of answers.
  • 'They do' can be incorrectly emphasized in writing.

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Frequently asked questions about They do

What does They do mean?

A phrase used to express agreement or confirmation.

What is the definition of They do?

Used to affirm or agree with a statement about a group of people.

How do you use They do in a sentence?

When asked if they study hard, she said, 'They do.'

Can you give another example of They do?

Do they help each other with projects? Yes, they do.

What are synonyms for They do?

Common alternatives include they certainly do, they indeed do, they sure do.

What words go with They do?

It commonly pairs with they do believe, they do care, they do listen.

What are common mistakes when using They do?

'They do' is sometimes confused with 'They doesn't.' 'They do' may be misused in questions instead of answers. 'They do' can be incorrectly emphasized in writing.

How do you pronounce They do?

US: //ðeɪ du//, UK: //ðeɪ duː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use They do?

Commonly used in casual conversations to confirm or agree with a statement. Can be informal in tone.