indeed
gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1
Kiingereza
~ 600
valóban, tényleg, sőt, mi több, csakugyan
B1
1
Muundo wa matumizi:
[Indeed], [clause]
The rumor was indeed true, as the mayor confirmed it this morning.
A híresztelés valóban igaz volt, ahogy azt a polgármester ma reggel megerősítette.
She is indeed the best candidate for the job.
Valóban ő a legjobb jelölt az állásra.
It was indeed a wonderful evening with friends.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
This is indeed a big city.
Ez valóban nagy város.
He is indeed a good teacher.
Ő valóban jó tanár.
It is indeed very cold today.
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes confuse 'indeed' with 'in fact'. While similar, 'in fact' often introduces surprising information, whereas 'indeed' mainly emphasizes agreement or truth.
Maana
used to emphasize truth
Miunganiko ya maneno
yes indeed
|indeed so
|indeed true
|indeed correct
Visawe
certainly (Slightly more formal and polite in tone.)
|
truly (Focuses more on genuineness rather than emphasis in agreement.)
Vinyume
not really (Expresses doubt or disagreement instead of agreement or confirmation.)
Mada
communication
|agreement
|core_vocabulary
Ufafanuzi
Used to show that something is really true.
Used to emphasize that something is true or to confirm a statement.
B2
2
Muundo wa matumizi:
[Indeed], [clause]
Many people dislike the policy; indeed, some have protested against it.
Sokan nem szeretik ezt az intézkedést; sőt, néhányan tiltakoztak is ellene.
The meal was delicious; indeed, it was the best I have had all year.
Az étel finom volt; sőt, ez volt a legjobb, amit egész évben ettem.
She is talented; indeed, she could become a great leader.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
He works hard; indeed, he works every day.
Keményen dolgozik; sőt, mindennap dolgozik.
The movie was good; indeed, it was the best this year.
A film jó volt; sőt, ez volt idén a legjobb.
She can sing well; indeed, she can sing very high notes.
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
Maana
introducing stronger point
Miunganiko ya maneno
indeed even
|indeed especially
|indeed particularly
Visawe
in fact (Often interchangeable, but 'in fact' can also introduce a contrast.)
|
actually (Can sound more informal and sometimes implies correction.)
Vinyume
however (Introduces a contrast rather than support.)
Mada
communication
|core_vocabulary
Ufafanuzi
Used to add more information that makes the first point stronger.
Used to introduce an additional point that strengthens or develops what has just been said.
B1
FORMAL
3
'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
– Gyönyörű napunk van. – Valóban!
'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
– Nagyon tehetséges. – Valóban az.
'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
'It is cold today.' 'Indeed!'
– Ma hideg van. – Valóban!
'She is very smart.' 'Indeed she is.'
– Nagyon okos. – Valóban az.
'They are here early.' 'Indeed!'
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
Maana
exclamation of agreement/surprise
Miunganiko ya maneno
Oh indeed!
|Indeed? Really?
|Yes indeed!
Visawe
absolutely (More informal and emphatic than 'indeed'.)
|
really (Less formal and can express disbelief as well as surprise.)
Vinyume
no way (Expresses disbelief or refusal rather than agreement.)
Mada
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Ufafanuzi
A word you say to show you agree strongly or are surprised.
An exclamation used to express strong agreement, surprise, or interest.
Sarufi
Umbo la kamusi
indeed
IPA
GB/ɪndˈid/
US/ɪndˈid/
Silabi na mkazo
in - deed (silabi 2)
Stress on 2nd syllable (deed)
Maumbo ya neno
Noun
- Base: indeed
- Plural: indeeds
Familia ya neno
Forms
indeeds
noun
Related words
deed
noun B1
Semi
indeed so
1/ɪndˈid sˈoʊ/
fixed phrase
formal
formal confirmation of truth/agreement
A formal way to say that something is true or correct.
Mifano
- '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.
Mifano
- 'Do you like this idea?' 'Yes indeed!'
- Yes indeed, we will be there on time.