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/
Korean meaning: 사실은, 실제로는 (자신이 말하는 것의 진실성을 강조하거나 관련 사실을 소개할 때)
Korean pronunciation: 애즈 어 **매**터 오브 팩트
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.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
이 표현은 14세기경부터 영어에서 사용되기 시작했으며, 'matter'는 라틴어 'materia'(물질, 주제)에서, 'fact'는 라틴어 'factum'(행해진 것)에서 유래했습니다. 법정에서 '사실의 문제'를 의미하는 법률 용어에서 일상 표현으로 발전했습니다.
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📝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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