indeed
gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1
الإنجليزية
~ 600
المعاني
0 معنى
adverb
B1
property
1
used to emphasize truth
Used to show that something is really true.
نمط الاستخدام:
[Indeed], [clause]
خطأ شائع:
Learners sometimes confuse 'indeed' with 'in fact'. While similar, 'in fact' often introduces surprising information, whereas 'indeed' mainly emphasizes agreement or truth.
المرادفات
certainly (Slightly more formal and polite in tone.)
|
truly (Focuses more on genuineness rather than emphasis in agreement.)
الأضداد
not really (Expresses doubt or disagreement instead of agreement or confirmation.)
المتلازمات اللفظية
yes indeed
|indeed so
|indeed true
|indeed correct
الموضوعات
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 للمتعلّمين
- 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]
خطأ شائع:
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
المرادفات
in fact (Often interchangeable, but 'in fact' can also introduce a contrast.)
|
actually (Can sound more informal and sometimes implies correction.)
الأضداد
however (Introduces a contrast rather than support.)
المتلازمات اللفظية
indeed even
|indeed especially
|indeed particularly
الموضوعات
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 للمتعلّمين
- 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.
خطأ شائع:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
المرادفات
absolutely (More informal and emphatic than 'indeed'.)
|
really (Less formal and can express disbelief as well as surprise.)
الأضداد
no way (Expresses disbelief or refusal rather than agreement.)
المتلازمات اللفظية
Oh indeed!
|Indeed? Really?
|Yes indeed!
الموضوعات
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
أمثلة
- 'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
أمثلة للمتعلّمين
- '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
عائلة الكلمة
Forms
indeeds
noun
Related words
deed
noun B1
التعبيرات
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.