indeed
gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1
Engelska
~ 600
Betydelser
0 betydelser
adverb
B1
property
1
used to emphasize truth
Used to show that something is really true.
Användningsmönster:
[Indeed], [clause]
Vanligt misstag:
Learners sometimes confuse 'indeed' with 'in fact'. While similar, 'in fact' often introduces surprising information, whereas 'indeed' mainly emphasizes agreement or truth.
Synonymer
certainly (Slightly more formal and polite in tone.)
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truly (Focuses more on genuineness rather than emphasis in agreement.)
Antonymer
not really (Expresses doubt or disagreement instead of agreement or confirmation.)
Ordkombinationer
yes indeed
|indeed so
|indeed true
|indeed correct
Teman
communication
|agreement
|core_vocabulary
Exempel
- 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.
Exempel för inlärare
- 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.
Användningsmönster:
[Indeed], [clause]
Vanligt misstag:
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
Synonymer
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.)
Antonymer
however (Introduces a contrast rather than support.)
Ordkombinationer
indeed even
|indeed especially
|indeed particularly
Teman
communication
|core_vocabulary
Exempel
- 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.
Exempel för inlärare
- 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.
Vanligt misstag:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
Synonymer
absolutely (More informal and emphatic than 'indeed'.)
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really (Less formal and can express disbelief as well as surprise.)
Antonymer
no way (Expresses disbelief or refusal rather than agreement.)
Ordkombinationer
Oh indeed!
|Indeed? Really?
|Yes indeed!
Teman
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Exempel
- 'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
Exempel för inlärare
- 'It is cold today.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She is very smart.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'They are here early.' 'Indeed!'
Grammatik
Grundform
indeed
IPA
GB/ɪndˈid/
US/ɪndˈid/
Stavelser och betoning
in - deed (2 stavelser)
Stress on 2nd syllable (deed)
Ordformer
Noun
- Base: indeed
- Plural: indeeds
Ordfamilj
Forms
indeeds
noun
Related words
deed
noun B1
Uttryck
indeed so
1/ɪndˈid sˈoʊ/
fixed phrase
formal
formal confirmation of truth/agreement
A formal way to say that something is true or correct.
Exempel
- '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.
Exempel
- 'Do you like this idea?' 'Yes indeed!'
- Yes indeed, we will be there on time.