fact
A fact is a piece of information that is known to be true or has been proven to exist. It is used to describe reality rather than an opinion, a feeling, or a guess.
Examples
3 of 5It is a fact that the sun rises in the east.
It is a fact that the sun rises in the east.
The report presents the facts of the case in chronological order.
The report presents the facts of the case in chronological order.
Just the facts, please; I don't want to hear your opinion.
Just the facts, please; I don't want to hear your opinion.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of a 'Factory' (where they make real things); a 'Fact' is also something real and solid.
Quick Quiz
Is it a _____ that water freezes at zero degrees Celsius?
Correct!
The correct answer is: fact
Examples
It is a fact that the sun rises in the east.
everydayIt is a fact that the sun rises in the east.
The report presents the facts of the case in chronological order.
formalThe report presents the facts of the case in chronological order.
Just the facts, please; I don't want to hear your opinion.
informalJust the facts, please; I don't want to hear your opinion.
Academic writing requires the support of empirical facts.
academicAcademic writing requires the support of empirical facts.
We must verify the facts before we sign the contract.
businessWe must verify the facts before we sign the contract.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
in fact
in fact
as a matter of fact
as a matter of fact
the fact of the matter
the fact of the matter
Often Confused With
A fact is objectively true and provable, whereas an opinion is a personal belief or feeling that cannot be proven.
Usage Notes
The word 'fact' is a countable noun. It is often followed by a 'that' clause, such as 'The fact that it is raining is annoying.'
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use the phrase 'actual fact,' which is redundant because a fact is already something that is actual.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'Factory' (where they make real things); a 'Fact' is also something real and solid.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin word 'factum', which means 'a thing done'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In many English-speaking cultures, there is a strong emphasis on separating 'facts' from 'emotions' during logical debates.
Quick Quiz
Is it a _____ that water freezes at zero degrees Celsius?
Correct!
The correct answer is: fact
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