What does the TOEIC word "actual" mean?

The TOEIC word "actual" (adjective (形容詞)) means "実際の、現実の" in Japanese, widely used in business contexts.

Can you give a business example for "actual"?

Yes, a typical business example is: "The actual cost of the project was higher than estimated." which translates to "そのプロジェクトの実際の費用は見積もりよりも高かった。".

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adjective (形容詞)

actual

💡 Usage & Nuance: TOEICでは、予想や計画とは異なる「実際の状況」や「具体的な数字」を示す際によく使われます。特にPart 7の文書読解で、計画と結果の比較などで頻出です。

real

genuine

true

The actual cost of the project was higher than estimated.

そのプロジェクトの実際の費用は見積もりよりも高かった。

Verify your vocabulary strength for "actual"

Despite initial reports, the _______ attendance at the conference was lower than expected.

🎉 正解 / Correct!

解説: 「実際の」出席者数という文脈が適切です。
English: The context implies the real number of attendees, contrasting with initial reports.

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