indeed
gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1
Kiingereza
~ 600
Maana
maana 0
adverb
B1
property
1
used to emphasize truth
Used to show that something is really true.
Muundo wa matumizi:
[Indeed], [clause]
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.
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.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
yes indeed
|indeed so
|indeed true
|indeed correct
Mada
communication
|agreement
|core_vocabulary
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- 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.
Muundo wa matumizi:
[Indeed], [clause]
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
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.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
indeed even
|indeed especially
|indeed particularly
Mada
communication
|core_vocabulary
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- 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.
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
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.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
Oh indeed!
|Indeed? Really?
|Yes indeed!
Mada
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Mifano
- 'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- 'It is cold today.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She is very smart.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'They are here early.' 'Indeed!'
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.