実をいうと

to tell the truth

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to tell the truth An introductory phrase used to honestly reveal something, often something surprising or contrary to what may be expected.
JA: 実をいうと、今日はあまり気分がよくありません。
EN: To tell the truth, I’m not feeling very well today.

実をいうと私は君の意見には賛成しない

To be honest, I don't agree with your opinion.

実をいうと彼女のこと好きじゃないの

To tell you the truth, I don't like her.

実をいうと私はもうその映画みました

To tell you the truth, I've already seen that movie.

実をいうとあの映画は私にはあまりおもしろくなかった

To tell the truth, I didn't find that movie very interesting.

実をいうとわたしは彼が好きでない

To tell the truth, I don't like him.

実をいうと本当のことを言って必ず得をするわけではない

To tell the truth, being honest doesn’t always pay off.