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real

What does real mean?

An intensifier meaning 'very' or 'plenty'. Also spelt rel, rehl.

"That movie was real long but real good."

Origin

AAVE-rooted slang where real signals agreement or authenticity, now a one-word reaction online.

Frequently asked questions

What does real mean in slang?
Real is an agreement meaning that's true or I relate to that.
What does you're so real mean?
It praises someone for being honest or relatable.
What does real mean on TikTok?
On TikTok real is a one-word way to agree with something.
Where did real come from?
It's AAVE-rooted slang for agreement and authenticity.
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