How to Pronounce "as a matter of fact"
expression
AZ-uh-MAT-ur-uh-FAKT
AZ-uh-MAT-uh-uhv-FAKT
Definition
Used to introduce information that is surprising, contrasts with what was said before, or to emphasize the truth of a statement. It often means 'actually'.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæz/, /ˈɛz/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈmætɝ/ /ˈəv/ /ˈfækt
British English
ˈæs/ /æɪ/ /mˈætɐ/ /ˈɒv/ /fˈækt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AZ-uh-MAT-ur-uh-FAKT
UK
AZ-uh-MAT-uh-uhv-FAKT
Listen in Context
As a matter of fact, I do know the answer.
He doesn't like pizza; as a matter of fact, he hates it.
As a matter of fact, tomorrow is my birthday.
I wasn't tired at all, as a matter of fact, I felt great after the run.