Tatsächlich Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Tatsächlich" is mainly used as adverb meaning "actually", "really" or "indeed". It is also used as adjective and particle.

Essential properties of "tatsächlich"

Its most important properties are:

Meanings of "tatsächlich" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Really, truly, in fact"

"Tatsächlich", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hat tatsächlich den Wettbewerb gewonnen.He actually won the competition.
  2. Ich habe tatsächlich vergessen, den Brief abzuschicken.I actually forgot to send the letter.
  3. Sie ist tatsächlich so talentiert, wie alle sagen.She is indeed as talented as everyone says.

2.) "Real, true, or objectively existing/happening"

"Tatsächlich", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die tatsächlichen Kosten waren höher als erwartet.The actual costs were higher than expected.
  2. Der tatsächliche Grund für seine Abwesenheit ist unbekannt.The actual reason for his absence is unknown.
  3. Die tatsächlichen Umstände des Unfalls werden noch untersucht.The actual circumstances of the accident are still being investigated.

3.) "Expression of surprise or disbelief"

"Tatsächlich", when used with this meaning, acts as particle.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Tatsächlich? Du hast im Lotto gewonnen?Really? You won the lottery?
  2. Tatsächlich! Das hätte ich nie gedacht.Indeed! I would have never thought that.
  3. Tatsächlich? Sie haben sich getrennt?Really? They broke up?
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