English phrase from drama scenes
Professional Ways to Say "he has actually"
Learn the tone, meaning, and better English alternatives around "he has actually" with real scene examples.
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He has actually proven to be
It means the speaker underestimated someone and is now admitting that person was helpful.
From Under Her Control, Episode 37
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is admitting that someone turned out to be more useful than expected.
Usage Scenario
Use this to revise your opinion about someone’s usefulness. It may sound cold if said about a person in a relationship.
Better ways to say it
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He has actually proven to be more useful than I thought.
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He's proven useful.
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He turned out to be more useful than I expected.
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