indeed
gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1
Anh
~ 600
Các nghĩa
0 nghĩa
adverb
B1
property
1
used to emphasize truth
Used to show that something is really true.
Mẫu sử dụng:
[Indeed], [clause]
Lỗi thường gặp:
Learners sometimes confuse 'indeed' with 'in fact'. While similar, 'in fact' often introduces surprising information, whereas 'indeed' mainly emphasizes agreement or truth.
Từ đồng nghĩa
certainly (Slightly more formal and polite in tone.)
|
truly (Focuses more on genuineness rather than emphasis in agreement.)
Từ trái nghĩa
not really (Expresses doubt or disagreement instead of agreement or confirmation.)
Cụm từ đi kèm
yes indeed
|indeed so
|indeed true
|indeed correct
Chủ đề
communication
|agreement
|core_vocabulary
Ví dụ
- 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.
Ví dụ cho người học
- 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.
Mẫu sử dụng:
[Indeed], [clause]
Lỗi thường gặp:
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
Từ đồng nghĩa
in fact (Often interchangeable, but 'in fact' can also introduce a contrast.)
|
actually (Can sound more informal and sometimes implies correction.)
Từ trái nghĩa
however (Introduces a contrast rather than support.)
Cụm từ đi kèm
indeed even
|indeed especially
|indeed particularly
Chủ đề
communication
|core_vocabulary
Ví dụ
- 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.
Ví dụ cho người học
- 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.
Lỗi thường gặp:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
Từ đồng nghĩa
absolutely (More informal and emphatic than 'indeed'.)
|
really (Less formal and can express disbelief as well as surprise.)
Từ trái nghĩa
no way (Expresses disbelief or refusal rather than agreement.)
Cụm từ đi kèm
Oh indeed!
|Indeed? Really?
|Yes indeed!
Chủ đề
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Ví dụ
- 'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
Ví dụ cho người học
- 'It is cold today.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She is very smart.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'They are here early.' 'Indeed!'
Ngữ pháp
Dạng từ điển
indeed
IPA
GB/ɪndˈid/
US/ɪndˈid/
Âm tiết và trọng âm
in - deed (2 âm tiết)
Stress on 2nd syllable (deed)
Các dạng từ
Noun
- Base: indeed
- Plural: indeeds
Họ từ
Forms
indeeds
noun
Related words
deed
noun B1
Cách diễn đạt
indeed so
1/ɪndˈid sˈoʊ/
fixed phrase
formal
formal confirmation of truth/agreement
A formal way to say that something is true or correct.
Ví dụ
- '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.
Ví dụ
- 'Do you like this idea?' 'Yes indeed!'
- Yes indeed, we will be there on time.