fact
word
/ˈfækt/
FAKT
/fˈækt/
FAKT
Definition
A fact is something that is true and can be proven. It is not an opinion or belief.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in formal and neutral contexts. Common phrases: 'in fact', 'the fact that', 'a known fact'. Do not confuse with 'opinion'. 'Fact' can refer to information proven by evidence.
Spanish: hecho - realidadPortuguese (BR): fato - realidadePortuguese (PT): facto - realidadeChinese (Simplified): 事实Chinese (Traditional): 事實Hindi: तथ्य - सच्चाईArabic: حقيقة - واقعBengali: তথ্য - সত্য ঘটনাRussian: фактJapanese: 事実Vietnamese: sự thậtKorean: 사실Turkish: gerçekUrdu: حقیقتIndonesian: fakta
Example Sentences
This is a fact.
basic
It is a fact that water boils at 100°C.
basic
He always checks the facts before making a decision.
basic
Those are just the facts, whether you like them or not.
natural
Let's stick to the facts instead of arguing about opinions.
natural
Did you know that elephants can swim? It's a surprising fact.
natural