Speak 24
Word of the Day: ACTUALLY
Your goal: Use actually to gently correct information or give an unexpected answer.
REVIEW
ACTUALLY can introduce information that is different from what someone expects.
“Is your class tomorrow?” — “Actually, it’s today.”
Use a friendly voice when correcting someone.
CHOOSE TWO AND RESPOND
Read each question aloud. Choose two responses that make sense together. Use actually in at least one. Say them together as your answer. Then try a different combination.
“Is your class tomorrow?”
Actually, it’s today.
I’m leaving soon.
Actually, it’s on Thursday.
The schedule changed.
Actually, it’s next week.
I have time to prepare.
“Do you work in this building?”
Actually, I work next door.
I’m just visiting.
Actually, I’m here for a class.
It starts in a few minutes.
Actually, I used to work here.
I know some of the people.
“Was the assignment difficult?”
Actually, it was easier than I expected.
The examples helped.
Actually, I enjoyed it.
I liked the topic.
Actually, it took a while.
The last part needed more thought.
“Would you like some coffee?”
Actually, I’d prefer water.
I’ve already had coffee.
Actually, I’m fine for now.
Thanks for offering.
Actually, a small cup would be nice.
I have a few minutes to sit.
“Are you going home now?”
Actually, I’m going to the store.
I need a few things.
Actually, I’m staying a little longer.
I have work to finish.
Actually, I’m meeting a friend.
We’re having lunch nearby.
COMPLETE THE RESPONSE
Choose a word from the box. You may use a word more than once. More than one answer may work.
today • next • easier • water • store • longer
“Is the class tomorrow?”
“Actually, it’s _____.”“Do you work here?”
“Actually, I work _____ door.”“Was the task hard?”
“Actually, it was _____ than I expected.”“Would you like coffee?”
“Actually, I’d prefer _____.”“Are you going home?”
“Actually, I’m going to the _____.”“Are you leaving now?”
“Actually, I’m staying a little _____.”
EXTEND THE CONVERSATION
Choose an ending. Say the whole response aloud.
“Is your class tomorrow?”
“Actually, it’s today. _____”
I’m getting ready now.
It starts at two.
The schedule changed.
“Was the assignment difficult?”
“Actually, it was easier than I expected. _____”
The examples were helpful.
I finished it this morning.
How was it for you?
“Are you going home?”
“Actually, I’m going to the store. _____”
I need a few things.
Do you need anything?
I’ll go home afterward.
