adverb - actually
Actually is often used wrongly by non-native speakers - it is a false friend! It DOESN'T mean at the moment or currently (for all my Italian pals: it doesn't mean attualmente!)
Meaning: Actually means in fact; as in actual fact; or really.
Example: What does 'going green' actually mean? - (really mean?)
It is also a useful and polite way to correct or contradict someone in spoken English.
A How long have you been working for Microsoft?
B Actually, I work for Apple!
A Where about in England are you from?
B Actually, I'm from Ireland!
A How long have you been working for Microsoft?
B Actually, I work for Apple!
A Where about in England are you from?
B Actually, I'm from Ireland!
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