indeed
gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1
Anglų
~ 600
Reikšmės
0 reikšmių
adverb
B1
property
1
used to emphasize truth
Used to show that something is really true.
Vartosenos šablonas:
[Indeed], [clause]
Dažna klaida:
Learners sometimes confuse 'indeed' with 'in fact'. While similar, 'in fact' often introduces surprising information, whereas 'indeed' mainly emphasizes agreement or truth.
Sinonimai
certainly (Slightly more formal and polite in tone.)
|
truly (Focuses more on genuineness rather than emphasis in agreement.)
Antonimai
not really (Expresses doubt or disagreement instead of agreement or confirmation.)
Kolokacijos
yes indeed
|indeed so
|indeed true
|indeed correct
Temos
communication
|agreement
|core_vocabulary
Pavyzdžiai
- 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.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
- 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.
Vartosenos šablonas:
[Indeed], [clause]
Dažna klaida:
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
Sinonimai
in fact (Often interchangeable, but 'in fact' can also introduce a contrast.)
|
actually (Can sound more informal and sometimes implies correction.)
Antonimai
however (Introduces a contrast rather than support.)
Kolokacijos
indeed even
|indeed especially
|indeed particularly
Temos
communication
|core_vocabulary
Pavyzdžiai
- 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.
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
- 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.
Dažna klaida:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
Sinonimai
absolutely (More informal and emphatic than 'indeed'.)
|
really (Less formal and can express disbelief as well as surprise.)
Antonimai
no way (Expresses disbelief or refusal rather than agreement.)
Kolokacijos
Oh indeed!
|Indeed? Really?
|Yes indeed!
Temos
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Pavyzdžiai
- 'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
Mokymuisi skirti pavyzdžiai
- 'It is cold today.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She is very smart.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'They are here early.' 'Indeed!'
Gramatika
Pagrindinė forma
indeed
IPA
GB/ɪndˈid/
US/ɪndˈid/
Skiemenys ir kirčiavimas
in - deed (2 skiemenys)
Stress on 2nd syllable (deed)
Žodžio formos
Noun
- Base: indeed
- Plural: indeeds
Žodžių šeima
Forms
indeeds
noun
Related words
deed
noun B1
Posakiai
indeed so
1/ɪndˈid sˈoʊ/
fixed phrase
formal
formal confirmation of truth/agreement
A formal way to say that something is true or correct.
Pavyzdžiai
- '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.
Pavyzdžiai
- 'Do you like this idea?' 'Yes indeed!'
- Yes indeed, we will be there on time.