Meaning
的确 is an adverb used to confirm or emphasize that something is true or accurate. It expresses certainty and agreement, similar to saying 'indeed' or 'it's true that' in English. It's commonly used to acknowledge facts or reinforce statements.
Usage
的确 typically appears before a verb or adjective to emphasize the truth of a statement. It's relatively formal and is more common in written Chinese or formal speech than in casual conversation. Native speakers often use it when they want to express strong agreement or confirm something they've observed or experienced firsthand.
Examples
- 01这个餐厅的菜的确很好吃。.The food at this restaurant is indeed very delicious.
- 02他说得对，天气的确变冷了。, .He's right, the weather has indeed gotten colder.
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Common collocations
- 的确如此indeed it is so
- 的确是it really is
- 的确很really very
Antonyms
Origin
的 in this word comes from its classical usage meaning 'target' or 'true aim,' combined with 确 meaning 'accurate' or 'certain.' Together they literally mean 'truly accurate,' which evolved into the modern meaning of 'indeed' or 'certainly.'