in fact
US /ɪn fækt/
UK /ɪn fækt/
1.
na verdade, de fato
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.
Ele disse que estava ocupado, mas na verdade, ele estava apenas assistindo TV.
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I thought it would be difficult, but in fact, it was quite easy.
Eu pensei que seria difícil, mas na verdade, foi bem fácil.
2.
de fato, aliás
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.
É um dia lindo. De fato, é perfeito para um piquenique.
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I don't dislike it. In fact, I quite like it.
Eu não desgosto. Na verdade, eu gosto bastante.