"De debò?" is a Catalan expression used to ask if something is true or serious. It functions as an interjection to convey surprise or doubt, similar to asking 'Really?' or 'Are you serious?' in English, as in the phrase 'De debò vols venir a la festa demà?' meaning 'Are you really coming to the party tomorrow?'.
Translations
Really?
¿De verdad?
Echt waar?
Vraiment ?
Wirklich?
Etymology
The phrase "De debò?" comes from Catalan, where 'de' means 'of' or 'from,' and 'debò' means 'serious' or 'true.' It literally translates to 'of truth' or 'seriously.' Did you know? The phrase has retained its informal, questioning tone over centuries, making it a common way to express disbelief or surprise in everyday conversation.
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