in fact in German
in fact in German is eigentlich, tatsächlich, in Wirklichkeit — in fact means used to correct or contradict what has just been said or assumed, introducing what is actually true.
in fact in German
eigentlich
(modal) Actually; in truth; de facto.
tatsächlich
(modal) Actually; in truth; de facto.
in Wirklichkeit
(modal) Actually; in truth; de facto.
What does "in fact" mean?
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adverb Used to correct or contradict what has just been said or assumed, introducing what is actually true.
"He said he'd never met her; in fact they had worked together for years."
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adverb Used to add a stronger or more surprising point that supports what was just said.
"The food was good. In fact, it was the best meal we'd had all year."
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in fact in a sentence
- He said he'd never met her; in fact they had worked together for years.
- It looks expensive, but in fact it costs less than the old system.
- The food was good. In fact, it was the best meal we'd had all year.
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What is "in fact" in German?
"in fact" in German is eigentlich, tatsächlich, in Wirklichkeit. in fact means: Used to correct or contradict what has just been said or assumed, introducing what is actually true.
How do you use "in fact" in a sentence?
Example: "He said he'd never met her; in fact they had worked together for years." In German, "in fact" is eigentlich, tatsächlich, in Wirklichkeit.
Are there other ways to say "in fact" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "in fact": eigentlich, tatsächlich, in Wirklichkeit.
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