39.2.7. gy. A1B2 (példák)

Phrases and idioms:

in actual fact valójában; tulajdonképpen

I thought she was Portuguese, but in actual fact she's Brazilian.

in any case azonkívül, azonfelül

I don't want to go and in any case, I haven't been invited.

in itself önmagában (véve)

The plan wasn't illegal in itself but it would lead to some doubtful practices.

in other words azaz, más szóval

He said he's too busy - in other words he isn't interested.

He was economical with the truth - in other words, he was lying.

in practice gyakorlatilag

In practice, the new laws have had little effect.

not exactly nem egészen (nem teljesen igaz)

"So you gave her your book?" "Not exactly, I lent it to her."

not to mention nem is szólva/beszélve ...

The resort has great hotels and restaurants, not to mention some of the best skiing in the region.

on balance mindent összevéve

On balance, I'd prefer to come straight home.

on the whole egészében/általában véve

We've had a few problems, but on the whole we're very happy.

or anything vagy valami (hasonló)

Do you want a drink or anything?

Did you do any sightseeing or anything?