确实

shí de
really, truly, indeed

这确实是一个好主意。

This is indeed a good idea.


formalinformal

Used to emphasize the truth or certainty of something; truly, really.

他确实完成了所有的工作。

He really did finish all the work.

这确实是一个复杂的问题。

This is indeed a complex issue.

Often used to confirm or affirm a statement, emphasizing its truthfulness.

Related Phrases

确实有道理phrase
that makes sense

Pro Tip

Emphasizing Truth

Use '确实' to emphasize the truth or certainty of a statement, similar to 'really' or 'truly' in English.

Gold Rule

Affirmation

'确实' is often used to affirm or confirm a statement, emphasizing its truthfulness.

Word Origin

From the combination of 实 (real, true) and 的 (particle indicating certainty).

Usage Notes

Often used in formal and informal contexts to affirm the truth of a statement. Can be used alone or in phrases like '确实如此' (that's true).

Word Breakdown

real, true
root
+
particle indicating certainty
suffix
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