is that a fact? (1)

This page is about the conversational phrase is that a fact? (1)

Meaning

You can say this after being told some unexpected news or some interesting information.

For example

"Nick was in a punk band in the seventies."
"Huh, is that a fact? I had no idea."
"Our galaxy contains over 100 billion planets."
"Wow! Is that a fact? Incredible, isn't it?"

Note:
Also "You don't say!"

Contributor: Matt Errey