as a matter of fact

US /æz ə ˈmæt.ər əv fækt/
UK /æz ə ˈmæt.ər əv fækt/
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事实上, 其实

in reality; in fact (used to emphasize the truth of a statement, often one that is contrary to what might be expected)

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I thought he was angry, but as a matter of fact, he was quite pleased.
我以为他生气了,但事实上,他很高兴。
Are you going to the party? As a matter of fact, I am.
你要去派对吗?事实上,是的。