إنجليزي

indeed

gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1 إنجليزي
~ 600
المعاني
0 معنى
adverb B1 property
1

used to emphasize truth

Used to show that something is really true.

نمط الاستخدام: [Indeed], [clause]
غلطة شائعة:
Learners sometimes confuse 'indeed' with 'in fact'. While similar, 'in fact' often introduces surprising information, whereas 'indeed' mainly emphasizes agreement or truth.
مرادفات
certainly (Slightly more formal and polite in tone.) | truly (Focuses more on genuineness rather than emphasis in agreement.)
أضداد
not really (Expresses doubt or disagreement instead of agreement or confirmation.)
تراكيب شائعة
yes indeed |indeed so |indeed true |indeed correct
مواضيع
communication |agreement |core_vocabulary
أمثلة
  • The rumor was indeed true, as the mayor confirmed it this morning.
  • She is indeed the best candidate for the job.
  • It was indeed a wonderful evening with friends.
أمثلة للمتعلمين
  • This is indeed a big city.
  • He is indeed a good teacher.
  • It is indeed very cold today.
adverb B2 property
2

introducing stronger point

Used to add more information that makes the first point stronger.

نمط الاستخدام: [Indeed], [clause]
غلطة شائعة:
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
مرادفات
in fact (Often interchangeable, but 'in fact' can also introduce a contrast.) | actually (Can sound more informal and sometimes implies correction.)
أضداد
however (Introduces a contrast rather than support.)
تراكيب شائعة
indeed even |indeed especially |indeed particularly
مواضيع
communication |core_vocabulary
أمثلة
  • Many people dislike the policy; indeed, some have protested against it.
  • The meal was delicious; indeed, it was the best I have had all year.
  • She is talented; indeed, she could become a great leader.
أمثلة للمتعلمين
  • He works hard; indeed, he works every day.
  • The movie was good; indeed, it was the best this year.
  • She can sing well; indeed, she can sing very high notes.
interjection formal B1 action
3

exclamation of agreement/surprise

A word you say to show you agree strongly or are surprised.

غلطة شائعة:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
مرادفات
absolutely (More informal and emphatic than 'indeed'.) | really (Less formal and can express disbelief as well as surprise.)
أضداد
no way (Expresses disbelief or refusal rather than agreement.)
تراكيب شائعة
Oh indeed! |Indeed? Really? |Yes indeed!
مواضيع
communication |emotions |core_vocabulary
أمثلة
  • 'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
  • 'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
  • 'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
أمثلة للمتعلمين
  • 'It is cold today.' 'Indeed!'
  • 'She is very smart.' 'Indeed she is.'
  • 'They are here early.' 'Indeed!'
القواعد
الصيغة المعجمية
indeed
IPA
GB/ɪndˈid/
US/ɪndˈid/
المقاطع والنبر
in - deed (٢ مقاطع)
Stress on 2nd syllable (deed)
تصريفات الكلمة
Noun
  • Base: indeed
  • Plural: indeeds
عيلة الكلمة
Forms
indeeds noun
Related words
deed noun B1
تعبيرات

indeed so

1
/ɪndˈid sˈoʊ/
fixed phrase formal

formal confirmation of truth/agreement

A formal way to say that something is true or correct.

أمثلة
  • 'It has been a long journey.' 'Indeed so.'
  • 'You are the new manager?' 'Indeed so.'

yes indeed

1
/jˈɛs ɪndˈid/
fixed phrase

strong agreement or confirmation

Used to say you agree very much or that something is certainly true.

أمثلة
  • 'Do you like this idea?' 'Yes indeed!'
  • Yes indeed, we will be there on time.

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