indeed
gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1
İngilizce
~ 600
Anlamlar
0 anlam
adverb
B1
property
1
used to emphasize truth
Used to show that something is really true.
Kullanım kalıbı:
[Indeed], [clause]
Sık yapılan hata:
Learners sometimes confuse 'indeed' with 'in fact'. While similar, 'in fact' often introduces surprising information, whereas 'indeed' mainly emphasizes agreement or truth.
Eş anlamlılar
certainly (Slightly more formal and polite in tone.)
|
truly (Focuses more on genuineness rather than emphasis in agreement.)
Zıt anlamlılar
not really (Expresses doubt or disagreement instead of agreement or confirmation.)
Eşdizimler
yes indeed
|indeed so
|indeed true
|indeed correct
Konular
communication
|agreement
|core_vocabulary
Örnekler
- 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.
Öğrenenler için örnekler
- 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.
Kullanım kalıbı:
[Indeed], [clause]
Sık yapılan hata:
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
Eş anlamlılar
in fact (Often interchangeable, but 'in fact' can also introduce a contrast.)
|
actually (Can sound more informal and sometimes implies correction.)
Zıt anlamlılar
however (Introduces a contrast rather than support.)
Eşdizimler
indeed even
|indeed especially
|indeed particularly
Konular
communication
|core_vocabulary
Örnekler
- 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.
Öğrenenler için örnekler
- 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.
Sık yapılan hata:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
Eş anlamlılar
absolutely (More informal and emphatic than 'indeed'.)
|
really (Less formal and can express disbelief as well as surprise.)
Zıt anlamlılar
no way (Expresses disbelief or refusal rather than agreement.)
Eşdizimler
Oh indeed!
|Indeed? Really?
|Yes indeed!
Konular
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Örnekler
- 'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
Öğrenenler için örnekler
- 'It is cold today.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She is very smart.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'They are here early.' 'Indeed!'
Dil bilgisi
Sözlük biçimi
indeed
IPA
GB/ɪndˈid/
US/ɪndˈid/
Heceler ve vurgu
in - deed (2 hece)
Stress on 2nd syllable (deed)
Kelime biçimleri
Noun
- Base: indeed
- Plural: indeeds
Kelime ailesi
Forms
indeeds
noun
Related words
deed
noun B1
İfadeler
indeed so
1/ɪndˈid sˈoʊ/
fixed phrase
formal
formal confirmation of truth/agreement
A formal way to say that something is true or correct.
Örnekler
- '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.
Örnekler
- 'Do you like this idea?' 'Yes indeed!'
- Yes indeed, we will be there on time.