Indicative
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British pronunciation/ɪndˈɪkətˌɪv/
American pronunciation/ˌɪnˈdɪkətɪv/

"indicative"的定义和意义

Indicative
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陈述语气, 直陈式

(grammar) the mood of a verb that states a fact

What is the "indicative"?

The indicative is a grammatical mood used to express statements of fact, ask questions, or convey opinions. It is the most common mood in English and is used in sentences that describe reality or things that are true. For example, in the sentence "The sky is blue," the verb "is" is in the indicative mood, stating a fact. The indicative mood can also be used to form questions, as in "Are you coming?" This mood is essential for conveying information straightforwardly, allowing speakers to communicate facts and inquiries clearly.

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The indicative in English is used for straightforward statements and questions.
英语中的陈述语气用于直接的陈述和提问。
In Latin, the indicative indicates actions that are considered factual.
在拉丁语中,陈述语气表示被认为是事实的行为。
indicative
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陈述的, 指示的

(grammar) relating to or denoting a mood of the verb that simply states a fact
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表示的, 指示的

serving as a clear sign or signal of something
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Her high test scores were indicative of her academic prowess.
她的高考分数表示了她的学术才能。
The dark clouds gathering overhead were indicative of an approaching storm.
头顶上聚集的乌云表示着即将到来的暴风雨。
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