Réels (en. Real)
/ʁe.el/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is in accordance with reality.
The results must be based on real facts.
Les résultats doivent être basés sur des faits réels.
Which is important and constitutes a stake.
These are real problems that affect society.
Il s'agit de problèmes réels qui affectent la société.
Which is palpable, concrete.
This product offers real benefits.
Ce produit offre des bénéfices réels.
Etymology
From Latin 'realis', meaning 'real', 'true'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
take something seriously
To consider something as realistic or important.
prendre quelque chose au sérieux
a real world
Reality as it is, without illusions.
un monde réel
speak in a real way
To discuss in a serious and factual manner.
parler de façon réelle
Related Words
reality
The state of what exists or occurs.
réalité
really
In a real or concrete manner.
réellement
realism
An approach that focuses on facts and reality.
réalisme
Slang Meanings
True or serious in an informal context.
What he said is real, not a joke.
Ce qu'il a dit est réel, pas une blague.
Another way of saying that something is authentic.
This situation is real, not a sketch.
Cette situation est réel, pas un sketch.