De hecho

In fact / Actually

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Notes & Usage:

Used to add emphasis, correct a misconception, or introduce a surprising piece of information. Equivalent to 'in fact' or 'actually' in English.

De hecho, ya lo sabía desde ayer.

Actually, I already knew about it since yesterday.

No es tan caro. De hecho, es bastante asequible.

It's not that expensive. In fact, it's quite affordable.

—¿Le conoces? —De hecho, somos amigos desde hace años.

—Do you know him? —In fact, we've been friends for years.

De hecho, yo también pienso lo mismo.

In fact, I think the same.

No es difícil; de hecho, es muy fácil.

It's not difficult; in fact, it's very easy.

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