indeed
gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1
Английски
~ 600
Значения
0 значения
adverb
B1
property
1
used to emphasize truth
Used to show that something is really true.
Модел на употреба:
[Indeed], [clause]
Честа грешка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'indeed' with 'in fact'. While similar, 'in fact' often introduces surprising information, whereas 'indeed' mainly emphasizes agreement or truth.
Синоними
certainly (Slightly more formal and polite in tone.)
|
truly (Focuses more on genuineness rather than emphasis in agreement.)
Антоними
not really (Expresses doubt or disagreement instead of agreement or confirmation.)
Колокации
yes indeed
|indeed so
|indeed true
|indeed correct
Теми
communication
|agreement
|core_vocabulary
Примери
- 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.
Примери за учащи
- 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.
Модел на употреба:
[Indeed], [clause]
Честа грешка:
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
Синоними
in fact (Often interchangeable, but 'in fact' can also introduce a contrast.)
|
actually (Can sound more informal and sometimes implies correction.)
Антоними
however (Introduces a contrast rather than support.)
Колокации
indeed even
|indeed especially
|indeed particularly
Теми
communication
|core_vocabulary
Примери
- 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.
Примери за учащи
- 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.
Честа грешка:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
Синоними
absolutely (More informal and emphatic than 'indeed'.)
|
really (Less formal and can express disbelief as well as surprise.)
Антоними
no way (Expresses disbelief or refusal rather than agreement.)
Колокации
Oh indeed!
|Indeed? Really?
|Yes indeed!
Теми
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Примери
- 'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
Примери за учащи
- 'It is cold today.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She is very smart.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'They are here early.' 'Indeed!'
Граматика
Речникова форма
indeed
IPA
GB/ɪndˈid/
US/ɪndˈid/
Срички и ударение
in - deed (2 срички)
Stress on 2nd syllable (deed)
Форми на думата
Noun
- Base: indeed
- Plural: indeeds
Семейство думи
Forms
indeeds
noun
Related words
deed
noun B1
Изрази
indeed so
1/ɪndˈid sˈoʊ/
fixed phrase
formal
formal confirmation of truth/agreement
A formal way to say that something is true or correct.
Примери
- '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.
Примери
- 'Do you like this idea?' 'Yes indeed!'
- Yes indeed, we will be there on time.