ADVERB
eigentlich/ˈaɪ̯ɡn̩tlɪç/actually; really; by the way
eigentlich is a German adverb that means actually, really, or by the way. It is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯ɡn̩tlɪç/.
Definitions
1.in reality or truth; actually, as opposed to what was said or thought before(real situation; fact)
a.expressing what is truly the case
Eigentlich habe ich heute keine Zeit.—Actually, I don't have time today.
2.used to introduce a question or soften a statement; by the way(softening; introductory)
a.softening effect in questions
Weißt du eigentlich, wie spät es ist?—Do you (actually) know what time it is?
Frequently asked questions
- What does "eigentlich" mean in English?
- "eigentlich" means actually, really, or by the way. It is a German adverb.
- How do you pronounce "eigentlich"?
- "eigentlich" is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯ɡn̩tlɪç/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "eigentlich"?
- "eigentlich" is a adverb in German.
