American English
/ɹil/
One syllable.
Existing in fact, not imagined, invented, or only in a story.
Practice out loudExisting in fact, not imagined, invented, or only in a story.
The threat is real.
She wants a real job.
English real usually means “actual” or “genuine.” For the Spanish meaning “royal,” use royal.
real life · real world · real person · real story
real + noun
be + real
Genuine and not an imitation or copy.
Is this real leather?
The necklace has real diamonds.
real gold · real leather · real diamond
real + noun
Serious or important enough to need attention.
This is a real problem.
We are in real danger.
real problem · real danger · real chance · real need
a real + noun
Honest and natural, without pretending.
Please be real with me.
He is real about his mistakes.
be real
be real with + person
Genuinely or seriously, not as a joke.
Are you for real?
To be honest and natural.
I like her because she keeps it real.
Land and buildings that can be bought or sold.
He works in real estate.