Japanese

ほんとうに
Meaning: really; truly; actually
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Handwriting

本
当
に

Example sentences

Yesterday's test was really difficult.
今日は本当にいい天気だなあ。
It's really nice weather today, isn't it.
手伝ってくれると本当に助かります。
It would really help me if you could lend a hand.
あと少しのところで負けて、本当に悔しい。
I felt so frustrated losing by just a little bit.
返事が遅れてしまい、本当に申し訳ない。
I'm really sorry for the delay in replying.
皆様のご支援は、本当にありがたいです。
Your support is truly appreciated.
彼は本当に偉い人だ。
He is a truly great person.
試験でこんな点数を取るなんて、本当に情けない。
It's truly pathetic to get such a score on a test.
あと一歩のところで負けてしまい、本当に惜しかった。
We lost just one step away from victory; it was a real pity.
大学合格、本当におめでとう!
Congratulations on passing the university exam!

Usage Notes

Used to emphasize that something is true or to express deep feelings.

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