in der Tat
Translation
indeed, in fact, as a matter of fact
Examples
Er ist in der Tat sehr intelligent.
He is indeed very intelligent.
Das ist in der Tat ein großes Problem.
That is in fact a big problem.
Grammar Patterns
in der Tat ... (at start/middle/end of sentence) indeed ... In der Tat, das Wetter ist heute schön.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tatsächlich, wirklich, faktisch
Etymology
From 'in' + 'der Tat' (the deed/act). Literally means 'in the deed' or 'in the act', which evolved to mean 'in fact'.
Memory Tips
Think of confirming something as a 'deed' (Tat) that has happened. 'In the deed' becomes 'in fact'.