indeed
gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1
英語
~ 600
語義
0件の語義
adverb
B1
property
1
used to emphasize truth
Used to show that something is really true.
用法パターン：
[Indeed], [clause]
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes confuse 'indeed' with 'in fact'. While similar, 'in fact' often introduces surprising information, whereas 'indeed' mainly emphasizes agreement or truth.
類義語
certainly (Slightly more formal and polite in tone.)
|
truly (Focuses more on genuineness rather than emphasis in agreement.)
対義語
not really (Expresses doubt or disagreement instead of agreement or confirmation.)
コロケーション
yes indeed
|indeed so
|indeed true
|indeed correct
テーマ
communication
|agreement
|core_vocabulary
例文
- 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.
学習者向け例文
- 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.
用法パターン：
[Indeed], [clause]
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
類義語
in fact (Often interchangeable, but 'in fact' can also introduce a contrast.)
|
actually (Can sound more informal and sometimes implies correction.)
対義語
however (Introduces a contrast rather than support.)
コロケーション
indeed even
|indeed especially
|indeed particularly
テーマ
communication
|core_vocabulary
例文
- 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.
学習者向け例文
- 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.
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
類義語
absolutely (More informal and emphatic than 'indeed'.)
|
really (Less formal and can express disbelief as well as surprise.)
対義語
no way (Expresses disbelief or refusal rather than agreement.)
コロケーション
Oh indeed!
|Indeed? Really?
|Yes indeed!
テーマ
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
例文
- 'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
学習者向け例文
- 'It is cold today.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She is very smart.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'They are here early.' 'Indeed!'
文法
辞書形
indeed
IPA
GB/ɪndˈid/
US/ɪndˈid/
音節・強勢
in - deed （2音節）
Stress on 2nd syllable (deed)
活用形
Noun
- Base: indeed
- Plural: indeeds
関連語
Forms
indeeds
noun
Related words
deed
noun B1
表現
indeed so
1/ɪndˈid sˈoʊ/
fixed phrase
formal
formal confirmation of truth/agreement
A formal way to say that something is true or correct.
例文
- '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.
例文
- 'Do you like this idea?' 'Yes indeed!'
- Yes indeed, we will be there on time.