real
From Latin 'realis', meaning 'actual'.
ADJ
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Describes something that is genuine, authentic, or true, in contrast to something that is fake or false. The term can also refer to something that exists or has actual value or importance.
- She is a real leader who genuinely cares for her team. — 彼女は実際にチームを大切にしている真のリーダーです。
- This painting is real; it's by a famous artist. — この絵は本物です。有名なアーティストによるものです。
register: formal
NOUN
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actuality
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fact
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reality
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concept sentence
untranslatable
(No direct equivalent concept in ENGLISH)
Refers to the state or quality of being real, as opposed to being fictitious or imagined. It indicates the existence of something actual or concrete, often contrasted with illusion or fiction.
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ADV
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Used to emphasize the truth or authenticity of a statement or action, indicating that it is not false or insincere. This form often enhances the credibility of what is being described.