B1 Expression 中性

A decir verdad

To tell the truth

意思

An introductory phrase used to express honesty or a frank opinion.

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文化背景

In Spain, directness is often appreciated in professional settings. 'A decir verdad' is a common way to show you are being professional and efficient. In Mexico, social harmony is very important. Using 'A decir verdad' helps soften the impact of a direct opinion, making it sound less confrontational. Argentines are known for being quite direct. 'A decir verdad' is used frequently to emphasize one's point of view in a debate. In Colombia, politeness is key. 'A decir verdad' is often used with a softer tone of voice to ensure the listener doesn't feel attacked.

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Pause for effect

Pause briefly after saying 'A decir verdad' to let your listener know something important is coming.

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Don't over-use

Using this phrase in every sentence makes you sound like you are constantly confessing something.

意思

An introductory phrase used to express honesty or a frank opinion.

💡

Pause for effect

Pause briefly after saying 'A decir verdad' to let your listener know something important is coming.

⚠️

Don't over-use

Using this phrase in every sentence makes you sound like you are constantly confessing something.

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Pair with body language

Maintain eye contact when using this phrase to show you are being sincere.

自我测试

Complete the sentence with the correct phrase.

______, no tengo ganas de salir hoy.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: A decir verdad

The fixed idiom is 'A decir verdad'.

Which sentence uses the phrase correctly?

Choose the correct option:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: A decir verdad, me gusta.

The phrase introduces a statement, not a question.

Complete the dialogue.

A: ¿Te gustó la comida? B: ______ , estaba un poco fría.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: A decir verdad

The speaker is giving an honest, slightly negative opinion.

Match the situation to the correct usage.

You need to admit you forgot a task. What do you say?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: A decir verdad, me olvidé.

This matches the context of admitting a mistake.

🎉 得分: /4

视觉学习工具

练习题库

4 练习
Complete the sentence with the correct phrase. Fill Blank A2

______, no tengo ganas de salir hoy.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: A decir verdad

The fixed idiom is 'A decir verdad'.

Which sentence uses the phrase correctly? Choose B1

Choose the correct option:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: A decir verdad, me gusta.

The phrase introduces a statement, not a question.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: ¿Te gustó la comida? B: ______ , estaba un poco fría.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: A decir verdad

The speaker is giving an honest, slightly negative opinion.

Match the situation to the correct usage. situation_matching B1

You need to admit you forgot a task. What do you say?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: A decir verdad, me olvidé.

This matches the context of admitting a mistake.

🎉 得分: /4

常见问题

10 个问题

Yes, it is perfectly acceptable in professional emails to provide a candid update.

No, it is a politeness marker that actually makes directness more acceptable.

No, it is an invariable phrase.

It is possible, but less common. It sounds more natural at the beginning.

'La verdad' is just 'the truth', while 'A decir verdad' is a phrase used to introduce an opinion.

It is neutral. It works in almost all contexts.

Yes, 'A decir verdad, que...' is common.

Yes, it is universally understood.

Definitely not. It signals sincerity.

Just a fraction of a second, enough to signal a shift.

相关表达

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La verdad es que

synonym

The truth is that

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Para ser sincero

similar

To be sincere

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Si te digo la verdad

similar

If I tell you the truth

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A decir verdad

specialized form

To tell the truth

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