English · Adjectives
actually
/ˈæktʃuəli/
[/ˈæktʃuəli/]
in fact; really
Beginneradverb
Definition
Actually means in fact or in reality, often to correct or clarify something.
Example
I thought it was easy, but it was actually quite hard.
I thought it was easy, but it was actually quite hard.
Etymology
From 'actual', from Latin 'actualis', plus '-ly'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to share a surprising fact or to politely correct someone.