doubt
word
/ˈdaʊt/
dowt
/dˈaʊt/
dowt
Definition
A feeling of uncertainty or not being sure if something is true or right; can also mean to not believe or trust something completely.
Usage & Nuances
Used as both a noun and a verb: 'have a doubt' (noun), 'doubt someone/something' (verb). Common phrases: 'beyond a doubt', 'no doubt', 'I doubt it'. Informal speech may use 'doubt' to politely express disagreement or uncertainty.
Spanish: dudaPortuguese (BR): dúvidaPortuguese (PT): dúvidaChinese (Simplified): 怀疑 - 疑问Chinese (Traditional): 懷疑 - 疑問Hindi: संदेहArabic: شكBengali: সন্দেহRussian: сомнение - сомневатьсяJapanese: 疑い - 疑うVietnamese: nghi ngờKorean: 의심 - 의심하다Turkish: şüphe - şüphe etmekUrdu: شکIndonesian: ragu - meragukan
Example Sentences
I have a doubt about the answer.
basic
She never doubts her friends.
basic
Is there any doubt about this rule?
basic
I doubt he’ll come to the party tonight.
natural
There’s no doubt this is her best work.
natural
If you ever doubt yourself, just remember how far you’ve come.
natural