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Hi please help.
Dreams do come true.
What's "do" in this sentence
It means " dreams really come true"?
30 nov. 2024 11:46
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Yes, you're on the right track! In the sentence:
"Dreams do come true."
The word "do" is used as an emphatic auxiliary verb. It emphasizes the truth or reality of the statement. Here's what it conveys:
Meaning:
It means "dreams really come true" or "dreams indeed come true."
This use of "do" stresses that the statement is not just a possibility but a reality.
Why use "do" for emphasis?
In English, adding "do" before the main verb (like "come") emphasizes the verb, often to:
Express certainty or conviction:
"I do believe you." (Stronger than "I believe you.")
Contradict doubt or skepticism:
If someone says, "Dreams don’t come true," you might reply, "Dreams do come true!"
Examples:
"She does love you." (emphasizes the sincerity of her feelings)
"I do understand." (assures someone you truly comprehend)
So, in "Dreams do come true," the "do" makes the statement more powerful and confident, implying that it's not just a cliché—it's a fact! 😊
1 december 2024
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Yes, the "do" in "Dreams do come true" adds emphasis, meaning "dreams really come true" or "dreams indeed come true."
It is used to stress the truth or reality of the statement.
1 december 2024
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In the sentence "Dreams do come true," the word "do" is used as an auxiliary verb (also called a "support verb"). It adds emphasis to the main verb "come" and strengthens the statement. So, yes, it can be interpreted as "Dreams really do come true," emphasizing the certainty or truth of the statement.
30 november 2024
Genodigde
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The word "do" in the sentence "Dreams do come true" is used for emphasis. It adds a stronger, more assertive tone to the statement, highlighting that dreams really do come true, rather than just stating it as a simple fact. This is often done in English to make the statement more impactful or to counter doubt.
30 november 2024
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Yes!
30 november 2024
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