as a matter of fact — used to emphasize the truth of what one is saying or to introduce a fact that is relevant to the discussion
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: used to emphasize the truth of what one is saying or to introduce a fact that is relevant to the discussion
Pronunciation (IPA): /æz ə ˈmætər əv fækt/
Example Sentences
- As a matter of fact, I've been secretly practicing K-pop dances in my room for three years.
- As a matter of fact, this project was completed ahead of schedule.
- You think I can't cook? As a matter of fact, I once made ramen so good that my cat meowed for more.
as a matter of fact
NOUN[/æz ə ˈmætər əv fækt/]
used to emphasize the truth of what one is saying or to introduce a fact that is relevant to the discussion
As a matter of fact, the meeting was canceled an hour ago.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This phrase began appearing in English around the 14th century, evolving from legal terminology meaning 'a matter of fact' in court proceedings. 'Matter' derives from Latin materia (substance, subject matter), while 'fact' comes from Latin factum (thing done, accomplished deed). The expression developed from its formal juridical sense into a common colloquial phrase used to introduce factual statements.
Breakdown
matter (Latin materia: subject, substance) + fact (Latin factum: something done, established deed). The compound phrase literally means 'a question of established fact' or 'the substance of what is true.'
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“As a matter of fact, I've been secretly practicing K-pop dances in my room for three years.”
“As a matter of fact, this project was completed ahead of schedule.”
“You think I can't cook? As a matter of fact, I once made ramen so good that my cat meowed for more.”
“As a matter of fact, the research shows different results than we expected.”
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