in fact
US /ɪn fækt/
UK /ɪn fækt/
1.
in realtà, infatti
used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that is contrary to what might have been expected or previously stated
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He said he was busy, but in fact, he was just watching TV.
Ha detto che era occupato, ma in realtà, stava solo guardando la TV.
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I thought it would be difficult, but in fact, it was quite easy.
Pensavo sarebbe stato difficile, ma in realtà, è stato piuttosto facile.
2.
infatti, anzi
used to add a detail or to correct a statement
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It's a beautiful day. In fact, it's perfect for a picnic.
È una bella giornata. Infatti, è perfetta per un picnic.
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I don't dislike it. In fact, I quite like it.
Non mi dispiace. Anzi, mi piace abbastanza.