実は

じつは

as a matter of fact, by the way, to tell you the truth, to be honest, frankly

JLPT N3

Details

Part of Speech:
Expressions , Adverb
Romaji:
jitsuha

Example Sentences

実は、昨日は疲れていたのです。

As a matter of fact, I was tired yesterday.

実は、好きな食べ物は、ラーメンです。

To tell you the truth, my favorite food is ramen.

実は、明日は休みです。

By the way, I'm off tomorrow.