ACTUAL means 'real' ; ACTUALLY means 'in fact' or 'really'.
They are used to make things clearer, more precise or more definite.
It´s over 100 kilos. Let me look. Yes the actual weight is 108 kilos.
I've got a new job. Actually, they've made me sales manager.
Did you enjoy your holiday? Very much, actually.
Actual and Actually often introduce surprising or unexpected information.
It takes me an hour to drive to work although the actual distance is only 20 miles.
She was so angry that she actually tore up the letter.
He is twelve but he actually still believes in Father Christmas.
They can be used to correct mistakes or misunderstandings
The book says she died aged 47 but her actual age was 43.
Hello John. Nice to see you. - Actually, my name is Andy.
Actually is more common in British English than American English.
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