for a fact — used to emphasize that something is definitely true and can be confirmed
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: used to emphasize that something is definitely true and can be confirmed
Pronunciation (IPA): /fɔːr ə fækt/
Example Sentences
- I know for a fact that pizza tastes better at midnight.
- She told me for a fact that the meeting was canceled.
- I can tell you for a fact that cats are plotting world domination.
for a fact
NOUN[/fɔːr ə fækt/]
used to emphasize that something is definitely true and can be confirmed
used to emphasize that something is definitely true and can be confirmed
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The phrase combines Old English 'for' (denoting purpose or reason) with 'fact', derived from Latin 'factum' (literally 'that which was done'). The compound evolved to mean 'as a matter of certain fact' or 'certainly', emphasizing established truth.
Breakdown
for (Old English: purpose/reason) + a (indefinite article) + fact (from Latin factum: past participle of facere, 'to do/make', meaning 'something done or established').
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I know for a fact that pizza tastes better at midnight.”
“She told me for a fact that the meeting was canceled.”
“I can tell you for a fact that cats are plotting world domination.”
“We know for a fact that exercise improves mental health.”
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