As a matter of fact

adverb

Actually, in reality.

I don't eat much chocolate. As a matter of fact, I do not like sweets at all.
Visual representation of "as a matter of fact" - Actually, in reality

Often appears as...

  • as a matter of fact
  • i do

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Used to introduce a statement that clarifies or adds to the previous one.

I'm not hungry. As a matter of fact, I just ate.
Visual representation of "as a matter of fact" - Used to introduce a statement that clarifies or adds to the previous one

Often appears as...

  • as a matter of fact
  • it is

Usage tips

Idiomatic

adverb

Actually, in reality.

I don't eat much chocolate. As a matter of fact, I do not like sweets at all.
Visual representation of "as a matter of fact" - Actually, in reality

Often appears as...

  • as a matter of fact
  • i do

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Used to introduce a statement that clarifies or adds to the previous one.

I'm not hungry. As a matter of fact, I just ate.
Visual representation of "as a matter of fact" - Used to introduce a statement that clarifies or adds to the previous one

Often appears as...

  • as a matter of fact
  • it is

Usage tips

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "as a matter of fact"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emphasizing Reality

Used to emphasize that what you're saying is true or correct, contrary to what might be assumed.

Illustration for Emphasizing Reality
He might look unfriendly, but as a matter of fact, he's very kind.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Correcting Assumption

Use it to rectify a misunderstanding or correct a false assumption someone might have.

Illustration for Correcting Assumption
You might think I'm busy, but as a matter of fact, I'm free all afternoon.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Strengthens Statements

It can be used to strengthen a statement or argument you're making.

Illustration for Strengthens Statements
As a matter of fact, our research proves that this method is more effective.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emphasizing Reality

Used to emphasize that what you're saying is true or correct, contrary to what might be assumed.

Illustration for Emphasizing Reality
He might look unfriendly, but as a matter of fact, he's very kind.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Correcting Assumption

Use it to rectify a misunderstanding or correct a false assumption someone might have.

Illustration for Correcting Assumption
You might think I'm busy, but as a matter of fact, I'm free all afternoon.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Strengthens Statements

It can be used to strengthen a statement or argument you're making.

Illustration for Strengthens Statements
As a matter of fact, our research proves that this method is more effective.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emphasizing Reality

Used to emphasize that what you're saying is true or correct, contrary to what might be assumed.

Illustration for Emphasizing Reality
He might look unfriendly, but as a matter of fact, he's very kind.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Correcting Assumption

Use it to rectify a misunderstanding or correct a false assumption someone might have.

Illustration for Correcting Assumption
You might think I'm busy, but as a matter of fact, I'm free all afternoon.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Strengthens Statements

It can be used to strengthen a statement or argument you're making.

Illustration for Strengthens Statements
As a matter of fact, our research proves that this method is more effective.
Visual representation of the word "As a matter of fact"

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