English–German
“actually” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈaɪ̯gn̩tlɪç/
Example
Ich bin eigentlich müde.
I'm actually tired.
How to say “actually” in German
“Actually” in German is eigentlich.
A sentence takes a small turn from an expected answer toward the more exact reality.
Example sentences with eigentlich
Das ist eigentlich keine Schwierigkeit.
This is actually not difficult.
Tips for using eigentlich
- At the start of a sentence, eigentlich can introduce a side point or mild correction rather than a strong contradiction.
Other German words for “actually”
Ich habe tatsächlich das Buch gestern gekauft.
I actually bought the book yesterday.