Reales (en. Royal)

/reˈales/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Monetary unit in several Spanish-speaking countries.
In Spain, the value of a euro exceeds that of a real.
En España, el valor de un euro supera al de un real.
Ancient Spanish coin, equivalent to a peso.
The ancient reales were highly valued in trade.
Los antiguos reales eran muy valorados en el comercio.
adjective
That is legitimate or authentic.
He has a genuine interest in helping others.
Tiene un interés real en ayudar a los demás.
That corresponds to the truth or reality.
His concern is real and not a facade.
Su preocupación es real y no una fachada.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'regalis', which means 'royal'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

real as gold
Refers to something very valuable or authentic.
reales como el oro
to hear something for real
To hear something that is considered authentic.
escuchar algo de forma real

Related Words

reality
A collection of things that exist and are true.
realidad
royalty
Right or title that grants a person dominion over something.
regalía

Slang Meanings

Cash money.
I need more reales to go out this weekend.
Necesito más reales para salir este fin de semana.
Something authentic or of quality.
That music is real, it’s not a fraud.
Esa música es real, no es un fraude.