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real — meaning in English

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English meaning

real adj Actually existing or happening, rather than imagined, fictional, or invented.

Senses

real is used for these senses in English:

for real (informal) Genuine, true; serious, earnest.
real That has objective, physical existence.
real (uncountable) A unit of currency used in Brazil since 1994. Symbol: R$.

real — full definition

adj Actually existing or happening, rather than imagined, fictional, or invented.
adj Genuine and sincere, not fake or pretended.
adj In economics, adjusted for inflation so it reflects true purchasing power.
adv Very; really, used informally.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

wirklich (eine) Realität wahr wahrhaftig ernsthaft im Ernst echt reell typisch