actually
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ˈæk
āk
tua
ʧuə
chooē
lly
li
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/ˈæktʃuəli/ , /ˈækʃəli/

Definition & Meaning of "actually"in English

actually
01

used to emphasize a fact or the truth of a situation

Examples
Many people assumed she was the manager, but, actually, she's a senior consultant.
02

used to show surprise when someone says something that is not true

Examples
It 's not a diamond ring, actually.
03

as a sentence modifier to add slight emphasis

04

at the present moment

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