Meaning of the word do in English

What does do mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

do

US /də/
UK /də/
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Verb

1.

perform an action, task, or duty

Example:
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What are you going to do today?
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She always tries her best to do a good job.
2.

achieve or complete something

Example:
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I need to do my homework before dinner.
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Have you done your chores yet?
3.

be suitable or acceptable

Example:
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Will this amount of money do?
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That will do, thank you.

Auxiliary Verb

1.

used as an auxiliary verb to form questions and negative statements

Example:
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Do you like coffee?
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I do not understand.
2.

used to give emphasis to a verb

Example:
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I do believe you.
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He does work hard.

Noun

1.

a party or other social event

Example:
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We're having a big do for her birthday.
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The annual company do is always a lot of fun.
2.

a hairstyle or hairdo

Example:
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She got a new do for the wedding.
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I like your new do!