Actually - translation, pronunciation and examples
actually
in fact; used to emphasize truth
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eigentlich wahr
eigentlich möglich
eigentlich anders
eigentlich nützlich
eigentlich einfach
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the base word; used to emphasize that something is true
more conversational; often shows surprise, emphasis, or confirmation
not a normal synonym in standard English; usually incomplete or incorrect
more formal; confirms or strengthens what was said
used to correct someone or add a surprising fact
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actually synonyms
What's the difference between actually / really / actually that / indeed / as a matter of fact / in reality
the base word; used to emphasize that something is true
Actually, I don’t agree with that.
На самом деле я с этим не согласен.
Really, I didn’t know that.
Правда, я этого не знал.
not a normal synonym in standard English; usually incomplete or incorrect
Actually that is not a natural phrase in this meaning.
Actually that — это неестественная фраза в таком значении.
Indeed, he is one of the best players.
В самом деле, он один из лучших игроков.
used to correct someone or add a surprising fact
As a matter of fact, I already called her.
На самом деле, я уже ей звонил.
emphasizes the real situation, often in contrast to appearance
It seemed easy, but in reality it was hard.
Это казалось лёгким, но в действительности оказалось трудным.
means almost or nearly; different from 'actually'
The room was practically empty.
Комната была почти пустой.
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How to pronounce actually and what this word means
actually translation: на самом деле. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce actually
/ˈæktʃuəli/
actually translation
на самом деле
actually examples
She actually knows the answer.
actually transcription
/ˈæktʃuəli/, /ˈæktʃuəli/
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actually meaning: what does it mean?
in fact; used to emphasize truth
actually pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
actually is pronounced as /ˈæktʃuəli/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
actually definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
She actually knows the answer. Translation: На самом деле она знает ответ.
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