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 !