Réelle (en. Real)

/ʁe.ɛl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is true, opposed to false.
It is a real situation.
C'est une situation réelle.
Which has a material or concrete existence.
Real objects can be touched.
Les objets réels peuvent être touchés.
Which corresponds to the truth of things.
He has real concerns about his future.
Il a des préoccupations réelles concernant son avenir.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'realis' meaning 'related to things'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the real economy
Refers to production and consumption in an economy.
l'économie réelle

Related Words

reality
The state of being real; the sum of things that exist.
réalité
really
In a real manner; effectively.
réellement

Slang Meanings

True, authentic, not a fake.
This story is real, I swear!
Cette histoire est réelle, je te jure !
Something tangible and concrete.
This job is real!
Ce job, c'est du réel !