B2 First Vocabulary:
As a matter of fact
“As a matter of fact” is a phrase used to give additional information or correct information. It can easily be used by candidates when writing an informal letter in the writing paper or even in the part 3 of the speaking paper.
Below are examples of how 'As a matter of fact' could be used in the B2 First (FCE) exam.
Reading and Use of English Part 2:
As a matter (3)…… fact some people decided to walk the journey, even if it did take them nearly the whole day.
Writing Part 2:
…I’ve been to Barcelona many times. As a matter of fact I was there with a friend just a couple of weeks ago…