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実は

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 実は

Expression
Adverb
Freq #595
1

as a matter of fact; by the way; to tell you the truth; to be honest; frankly

Examples
実はそれはただのうわさだったよ。
Actually, it was just a rumour.

Kanji in this Word

8 strokes
Frequency: 68
JLPT N2
Grade 3

Meanings

reality
truth
seed
fruit
nut

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
ジツ
シツ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
みの.る
まこと
みの
みち.る
Nanori — Specialized readings used in names
ぐみ
さね
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