as a matter of fact

• Locution utilisée pour souligner la vérité de quelque chose, notamment pour corriger ou contredire une affirmation précédente, ou pour introduire un point supplémentaire renforçant un argument.

A phrase used to emphasize that something is true, especially when correcting or contradicting a previous statement, or to introduce an additional point that strengthens an argument.

1. Actually or in realityB1formal

   Used to emphasize that something is true, especially when it contradicts what was previously thought or said.

   En réalité

   • As a matter of fact, I have never been to Paris.
   • He said he was busy, but as a matter of fact, he was just relaxing.
   • As a matter of fact, she is the one who won the award.

2. To add more informationB1formal

   Used to introduce additional details that support or clarify a statement.

   en fait

   • As a matter of fact, I know exactly what you mean.
   • The project is almost finished; as a matter of fact, we are just waiting for approval.
   • As a matter of fact, the data shows a clear trend.