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egentligen — meaning in English

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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.
  • technically adv Strictly speaking, according to the precise facts or rules, even though it may seem to contradict common belief.

Senses

egentligen is used for these senses in English:

  • actually (modal) In act or in fact; really; in truth; positively.
  • really (modal) Actually; in fact; in reality.
  • technically Based on precise facts, which, however, may be contrary to common belief or casual terminology.

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.

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