Translation of German word "tatsächlich" to English
tatsächlich
Meaning
VerbIn act or in fact; really; in truth; positively.
How to use
tatsächlich ('actual / actually / in fact / indeed') is an adjective and adverb (not a verb). Er hat es tatsächlich getan — He actually did it. Tatsächlicher Preis — Actual price.
🇬🇧 English
actually
Example
Das ist tatsächlich wahr.
That is actually true.
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Common phrases
- tatsächlich wahr— actually true
- tatsächlich passiert— actually happened
- ist das tatsächlich so?— is that really so?
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What is the definition of the German word "tatsächlich"?▼
The German word "tatsächlich" is defined as: "In act or in fact; really; in truth; positively."
What does the German word "tatsächlich" mean?▼
The German word "tatsächlich" means "actually" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Das ist tatsächlich wahr." (which translates as "That is actually true.").
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