indeed
gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1
Αγγλικά
~ 600
Σημασίες
0 σημασίες
adverb
B1
property
1
used to emphasize truth
Used to show that something is really true.
Μοτίβο χρήσης:
[Indeed], [clause]
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners sometimes confuse 'indeed' with 'in fact'. While similar, 'in fact' often introduces surprising information, whereas 'indeed' mainly emphasizes agreement or truth.
Συνώνυμα
certainly (Slightly more formal and polite in tone.)
|
truly (Focuses more on genuineness rather than emphasis in agreement.)
Αντώνυμα
not really (Expresses doubt or disagreement instead of agreement or confirmation.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
yes indeed
|indeed so
|indeed true
|indeed correct
Θέματα
communication
|agreement
|core_vocabulary
Παραδείγματα
- 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.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
- 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.
Μοτίβο χρήσης:
[Indeed], [clause]
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
Συνώνυμα
in fact (Often interchangeable, but 'in fact' can also introduce a contrast.)
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actually (Can sound more informal and sometimes implies correction.)
Αντώνυμα
however (Introduces a contrast rather than support.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
indeed even
|indeed especially
|indeed particularly
Θέματα
communication
|core_vocabulary
Παραδείγματα
- 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.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
- 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.
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
Συνώνυμα
absolutely (More informal and emphatic than 'indeed'.)
|
really (Less formal and can express disbelief as well as surprise.)
Αντώνυμα
no way (Expresses disbelief or refusal rather than agreement.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
Oh indeed!
|Indeed? Really?
|Yes indeed!
Θέματα
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Παραδείγματα
- 'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
- 'It is cold today.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She is very smart.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'They are here early.' 'Indeed!'
Γραμματική
Λημματική μορφή
indeed
IPA
GB/ɪndˈid/
US/ɪndˈid/
Συλλαβές και τόνος
in - deed (2 συλλαβές)
Stress on 2nd syllable (deed)
Τύποι λέξης
Noun
- Base: indeed
- Plural: indeeds
Οικογένεια λέξεων
Forms
indeeds
noun
Related words
deed
noun B1
Εκφράσεις
indeed so
1/ɪndˈid sˈoʊ/
fixed phrase
formal
formal confirmation of truth/agreement
A formal way to say that something is true or correct.
Παραδείγματα
- '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.
Παραδείγματα
- 'Do you like this idea?' 'Yes indeed!'
- Yes indeed, we will be there on time.