indeed
gb/ɪndˈid/ us/ɪndˈid/
B1
英语
~ 600
义项
0 个义项
adverb
B1
property
1
used to emphasize truth
Used to show that something is really true.
用法模式：
[Indeed], [clause]
常见错误：
Learners sometimes confuse 'indeed' with 'in fact'. While similar, 'in fact' often introduces surprising information, whereas 'indeed' mainly emphasizes agreement or truth.
近义词
certainly (Slightly more formal and polite in tone.)
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truly (Focuses more on genuineness rather than emphasis in agreement.)
反义词
not really (Expresses doubt or disagreement instead of agreement or confirmation.)
搭配
yes indeed
|indeed so
|indeed true
|indeed correct
主题
communication
|agreement
|core_vocabulary
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- 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.
用法模式：
[Indeed], [clause]
常见错误：
Learners sometimes use 'indeed' at the end of a sentence in this sense, which can sound unnatural in formal writing.
近义词
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.)
反义词
however (Introduces a contrast rather than support.)
搭配
indeed even
|indeed especially
|indeed particularly
主题
communication
|core_vocabulary
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- 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.
常见错误：
Learners sometimes confuse this with the adverb use and place it mid-sentence instead of as a stand-alone exclamation.
近义词
absolutely (More informal and emphatic than 'indeed'.)
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really (Less formal and can express disbelief as well as surprise.)
反义词
no way (Expresses disbelief or refusal rather than agreement.)
搭配
Oh indeed!
|Indeed? Really?
|Yes indeed!
主题
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
例句
- 'It’s a beautiful day.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She’s very talented.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'He won the championship.' 'Indeed?'
学习者例句
- 'It is cold today.' 'Indeed!'
- 'She is very smart.' 'Indeed she is.'
- 'They are here early.' 'Indeed!'
语法
词典原形
indeed
IPA
GB/ɪndˈid/
US/ɪndˈid/
音节与重音
in - deed （2 个音节）
Stress on 2nd syllable (deed)
词形变化
Noun
- Base: indeed
- Plural: indeeds
词族
Forms
indeeds
noun
Related words
deed
noun B1
相关表达
indeed so
1/ɪndˈid sˈoʊ/
fixed phrase
formal
formal confirmation of truth/agreement
A formal way to say that something is true or correct.
例句
- '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.
例句
- 'Do you like this idea?' 'Yes indeed!'
- Yes indeed, we will be there on time.