How to Pronounce Indeed

To pronounce "indeed", say IND-eed — 2 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈdiːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɪnˈdiːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “indeed”

"indeed" has 2 syllables: ind-eed. It rhymes with accede and concede, if that helps it stick.

What does indeed mean?

adverb

(modal) Truly; in fact; actually.
“Indeed, he made several misplays.”
(degree, after the adjective modified) In fact.
“As a soccer player, he is terrible indeed.”

interjection

Indicates emphatic agreement.
“"I am a great runner." "Indeed!"”
With interrogative intonation (low-high) indicates serious doubt.
“"I am a great runner." "Indeed?"”

Synonyms

certainly definitely in fact indubitably really surely truly undoubtedly absolutely for real

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Words that rhyme with indeed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

accede concede impede cede lead heed precede need seed supersede succeed greed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "indeed"?▾

"Indeed" has 2 syllables: ind · eed.

What is the IPA transcription of "indeed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "indeed" is /ɪnˈdiːd/.

What does "indeed" mean?▾

Indeed: (modal) Truly; in fact; actually.

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