tatsächlich
Translation
actually, really, indeed, actual
Examples
Das ist tatsächlich passiert.
That actually happened.
Der tatsächliche Preis war höher.
The actual price was higher.
Hast du das tatsächlich gesagt?
Did you actually say that?
Grammar Patterns
(as adverb) actually, really, indeed That is actually true: Das ist tatsächlich wahr.
(as adjective) actual, real The actual reason was different: Der tatsächliche Grund war ein anderer.
Similar Words
really, truly, in fact
Etymology
Tat (deed) + Sache (thing/matter) + -lich (suffix like -ly) -> matter of fact -> actually
Memory Tips
Think of 'Tatsache' (fact). If something is 'tatsächlich', it is a fact, so it is 'actual' or 'real'.