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наистина — meaning in English

naistina

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English meaning

  • forsooth adv Used as an intensifier, often ironic: indeed, really, truthfully.
  • indeed adv Used to confirm or emphasize a statement; truly, in fact.
  • quite adv Completely or entirely.
  • really adv In actual fact; truly, as opposed to seeming or claiming to be so.
  • truly adv In accordance with fact; accurately or honestly.
  • verily adv Truly; in fact (an old-fashioned or formal word for emphasis).

Senses

наистина is used for these senses in English:

  • forsooth (archaic, or, poetic) Used as an intensifier, often ironic: indeed, really, truthfully.
  • indeed (modal) Truly; in fact; actually.
  • quite In a fully justified sense; truly, perfectly, actually.
  • really (informal) Indicating surprise at, or requesting confirmation of, some new information; to express skepticism.
  • really (informal, chiefly, US) Indicating affirmation, agreement.
  • truly (degree) Very.
  • verily Truly; doubtlessly; honestly; in truth.

indeed — full definition

  1. adv Used to confirm or emphasize a statement; truly, in fact.
  2. intj Used alone to express agreement, surprise, or mild sarcasm depending on tone.

Related Bulgarian words