indeed
gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1
انگلیسی
~ 600
معنیها
۰ معنی
adverb
B1
property
1
used to emphasize truth
Used to show that something is really true.
الگوی کاربرد:
[Indeed], [clause]
اشتباه رایج:
Learners sometimes confuse 'indeed' with 'in fact'. While similar, 'in fact' often introduces surprising information, whereas 'indeed' mainly emphasizes agreement or truth.
هممعنیها
certainly (Slightly more formal and polite in tone.)
|
truly (Focuses more on genuineness rather than emphasis in agreement.)
متضادها
not really (Expresses doubt or disagreement instead of agreement or confirmation.)
ترکیبهای رایج
yes indeed
|indeed so
|indeed true
|indeed correct
موضوعها
communication
|agreement
|core_vocabulary
نمونهها
- 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.
نمونههای زبانآموزی
- 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.
الگوی کاربرد:
[Indeed], [clause]
اشتباه رایج:
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
هممعنیها
in fact (Often interchangeable, but 'in fact' can also introduce a contrast.)
|
actually (Can sound more informal and sometimes implies correction.)
متضادها
however (Introduces a contrast rather than support.)
ترکیبهای رایج
indeed even
|indeed especially
|indeed particularly
موضوعها
communication
|core_vocabulary
نمونهها
- 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.
نمونههای زبانآموزی
- 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.
اشتباه رایج:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
هممعنیها
absolutely (More informal and emphatic than 'indeed'.)
|
really (Less formal and can express disbelief as well as surprise.)
متضادها
no way (Expresses disbelief or refusal rather than agreement.)
ترکیبهای رایج
Oh indeed!
|Indeed? Really?
|Yes indeed!
موضوعها
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
نمونهها
- 'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
نمونههای زبانآموزی
- 'It is cold today.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She is very smart.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'They are here early.' 'Indeed!'
دستور زبان
صورت پایه
indeed
IPA
GB/ɪndˈid/
US/ɪndˈid/
هجاها و تکیه
in - deed (۲ هجا)
Stress on 2nd syllable (deed)
صورتهای واژه
Noun
- Base: indeed
- Plural: indeeds
خانوادهٔ واژه
Forms
indeeds
noun
Related words
deed
noun B1
عبارتها
indeed so
1/ɪndˈid sˈoʊ/
fixed phrase
formal
formal confirmation of truth/agreement
A formal way to say that something is true or correct.
نمونهها
- '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.
نمونهها
- 'Do you like this idea?' 'Yes indeed!'
- Yes indeed, we will be there on time.