actually

• Adverb, das verwendet wird, um einen Sachverhalt zu betonen, eine falsche Annahme zu korrigieren oder eine überraschende bzw. kontrastierende Information einzuführen. Es entspricht oft 'in Wirklichkeit', 'tatsächlich' oder 'eigentlich'.

An adverb used to emphasize a fact, correct a misconception, or introduce a surprising or contrasting piece of information. It often conveys the meaning of 'in reality' or 'as a matter of fact.'

1. Used to emphasize a factA2formal

   Used to emphasize that something is true or real, especially when it is surprising or contrary to what was believed.

   tatsächlich

   • I actually finished the entire book in one day.
   • He actually won the competition, despite his injury.
   • She actually lives in Paris, not London.

   Synonymeas a matter of factin factin point of factin realityindeedreallytruly

   Antonymeapparentlyseemingly

2. Used to correct or clarifyA2formal

   Used to introduce a correction or more precise information.

   Genauer gesagt

   • Actually, the meeting is at 3 PM, not 2 PM.
   • I thought she was a doctor, but actually she is a nurse.
   • Actually, I didn't say that; you misunderstood me.

   Synonymeas a matter of factin factin point of factin realityin truthindeedreallystrictly speakingto be precise

3. Used to express a contrastB1informal

   Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with what has just been said.

   eigentlich

   • I don't like coffee; actually, I prefer tea.
   • He seems rude, but actually he is very kind.
   • The movie looked boring, but it was actually quite exciting.

   Synonymeas a matter of factin factin realityreally