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• Advérbio usado para enfatizar um fato, corrigir um engano ou introduzir uma informação surpreendente ou contrastante. Costuma transmitir o sentido de 'na verdade' ou 'de fato'.

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.

   Na verdade

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

   Sinônimosas a matter of factin factin point of factin realityindeedreallytruly

   Antônimosapparentlyseemingly

2. Used to correct or clarifyA2formal

   Used to introduce a correction or more precise information.

   Na verdade

   • 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.

   Sinônimosas 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.

   Na verdade

   • 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.

   Sinônimosas a matter of factin factin realityreally