actually
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/ˈæktʃuəli/
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/ˈæktʃuəli/
used to say something is true or real
Many people there can actually help you with your problem.
那里的许多人实际上可以帮助你解决问题。
used to show something is different from what people think
Our sales actually went up last month, which surprised everyone.
我们的销售额实际上上个月增长了,这让所有人都感到惊讶。
used to politely correct someone
Actually, it might be better to wait until tomorrow to do this.
其实,等到明天再做这件事可能会更好。
used to politely get attention or say something difficult
Actually, I'm quite busy right now—can we talk later?
其实,我现在很忙——我们可以稍后再谈吗?