to be honest



to be honest

A set phrase used to emphasize that one is speaking truthfully (and perhaps reluctantly). Well, to be honest, I've never liked her husband that much. I know you guys love going to bars on Saturday night, but to be honest, it really doesn't interest me.
See also: honest

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Lilya-Russian, Ukrainian
EmEMEnglish
EvanEV-ən (English)Welsh, English
Aloisio-Italian
FaunaFAWN-ə (English)Roman Mythology
Nunziatina-Italian