Mandarin Word of the Day
其实
/qi-SHI/ • adverb — 2nd of May, 2026
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Meaning: actually; in fact (used to correct a misunderstanding or introduce the true situation)
Examples
- 其实我已经吃过了。
(Actually, I've already eaten.) - 他看起来很累，其实他很开心。
(He looks tired, but actually he is very happy.) - 你不用担心， 其实没关系。
(You don't need to worry; actually, it's okay.)
Synonyms
- 实际上
- 事实上
Use 其实 to correct a wrong impression, add contrast, or reveal the true situation. It can appear at the beginning of a sentence or after the subject, and is very common in spoken and written Chinese to soften or clarify statements.
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