indeed

realmente, de verdad

Se usa para dar más fuerza a una descripción o a una expresión de agradecimiento.

En inglés sencillo: Used to make a description or expression of thanks stronger.

• Thank you very much indeed.
• That is very kind indeed.
• She did very well indeed in the exam.

Cómo se usa: very + adjective/adverb + indeed (The cake was very good indeed.)

Sinónimos: really, truly

Expresiones frecuentes: very good indeed, thank you indeed, very much indeed

en efecto, de hecho

Se usa para afirmar o confirmar que algo es realmente cierto.

En inglés sencillo: Used to say that something is really true or to confirm it.

• The story is indeed true.
• He did indeed visit us yesterday.
• This is indeed the house we saw online.

Sinónimos: in fact, actually, certainly

Expresiones frecuentes: is indeed, indeed true, indeed the case

es más, de hecho

Se usa para añadir algo más contundente o sorprendente a lo que se acaba de decir.

En inglés sencillo: Used to add a stronger or more surprising point to what you have just said.

• The town was quiet; indeed, most shops were closed.
• He rarely smiled, or indeed spoke at all.
• She knew the street and indeed the whole neighbourhood.

Sinónimos: in fact, actually

Expresiones frecuentes: or indeed, and indeed, indeed the whole

desde luego, sin duda

Respuesta con la que se muestra acuerdo con lo que alguien ha dicho.

En inglés sencillo: Used as a reply to show that you agree with what someone said.

• “That was a lovely meal.” “Indeed!”
• “We need more time.” “Indeed, we do.”
• “She works hard.” “Yes, indeed.”

Sinónimos: yes, certainly, absolutely

Antónimos: no

Expresiones frecuentes: yes indeed, indeed it is

¿de verdad?, ¿ah sí?

Respuesta que expresa sorpresa, duda o desacuerdo.

En inglés sencillo: Used as a reply to show surprise, doubt, or disagreement.

• “I never make mistakes.” “Indeed?”
• “He says he owns the island.” “Indeed?”
• “I deserve a prize.” “Indeed! For arriving late?”

Sinónimos: really

Expresiones frecuentes: indeed really, indeed you do