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実じっ際さいは
Meanings
Adverb
Expression
1. in fact; as a matter of fact; actually; in reality; to tell the truth
Kanji used
実
real
際
edge
Top 3000
Used in: 2647
Composed of
reality; actuality; practice (as opposed to theory); truly; really; bhutakoti (limit of reality)
Examples (17 in total)
Theory and practice should go hand in hand.
He had hoped for success, but in fact, he did not succeed.
As a matter of fact, I think he's a nice guy.
I don't actually have that much money.
His reply is no more than an excuse.
I hoped things would get better, but as it is, they are getting worse.
John is brave in appearance, but is in reality a coward.
Those grapes look sweet, but in fact they're sour.
Although Eri's suitcase looks heavy, it's actually very light.
She doesn't hate him. In fact, she loves him.
He didn't tell a lie. As a matter of fact, he told the whole truth.
I agree with the ban in principle, but in practice it will be extremely difficult.
You can read a lot more than you think you can.
Officially it is his responsibility, but in fact his secretary does all the work.
He looks young, but actually he is over forty.
As a matter of fact, all great discoverers have been regarded as dreamers.
I tried to find out how many people really live in this town.