tegelikult

This is the 90th most frequent Estonian word.


tegelikult

"Actually" or "in fact."


In this sentence, 'tegelikult' emphasizes the speaker's surprising realization or revelation about their true intention.

Ta ütles, et ta tegelikult ei tahagi seda.

He said that he actually doesn't want it.


Here, 'tegelikult' is used at the beginning of a statement to introduce a clarification or correction to what might be assumed.

Tegelikult on mul väga kiire.

Actually, I am very busy.


The word 'tegelikult' is used here to introduce a contrasting reality to a prior expectation or assumption.

Ma arvasin, et see on keeruline, kuid tegelikult see on üsna lihtne.

I thought it was complicated, but actually, it is quite simple.