A decir verdad
Example: A decir verdad, no me gusta ese restaurante nuevo.
Definition
"A decir verdad" is a Spanish expression used to introduce a statement that expresses honesty or sincerity, similar to saying 'to tell the truth' or 'honestly' in English. It often precedes a personal opinion or a candid admission.
Etymology
The phrase "a decir verdad" literally translates to 'to say truth' in English. It combines the verb 'decir' (to say) with 'verdad' (truth). Did you know that this expression reflects a straightforward way of signaling honesty in conversation, emphasizing the speaker's intent to be truthful?
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"A decir verdad" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (B1) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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