English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com

de verdad — meaning in English

Spanish → English · translate English → Spanish instead

English meaning

  • actually adv In fact; used to indicate that something is true, especially when it may be surprising.
  • really adv In actual fact; truly, as opposed to seeming or claiming to be so.
  • truly adv In accordance with fact; accurately or honestly.
  • verily adv Truly; in fact (an old-fashioned or formal word for emphasis).

Senses

de verdad is used for these senses in English:

  • actually (modal) In act or in fact; really; in truth; positively.
  • no kidding (colloquial, sarcastic) Said in response to an obvious statement.
  • really (modal) Actually; in fact; in reality.
  • truly (modal) Honestly, genuinely, in fact, really.
  • verily Truly; doubtlessly; honestly; in truth.

actually — full definition

  1. adv In fact; used to indicate that something is true, especially when it may be surprising.
  2. intj Used to introduce a correction, clarification, or mild disagreement.

really — full definition

  1. adv In actual fact; truly, as opposed to seeming or claiming to be so.
  2. adv Used before an adjective or verb to mean "very" or "very much."
  3. intj Used on its own to express surprise, disbelief, or a request for confirmation.

Related Spanish words