Realmente (en. Really)

/re.aɾˈmen.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adverb

Indicates the truth of something.

I really think we should try it.

Realmente creo que deberíamos intentarlo.

Expresses certainty or consistency of a statement.

She really is a good friend.

Ella realmente es una buena amiga.

Used to emphasize an idea or opinion.

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting that news.

Realmente, no me esperaba esa noticia.

From Latin 'realmente', derived from 'realis' which means 'real'.

I really don’t know

Used to express uncertainty about something.

realmente no sé

It’s really incredible

Used to emphasize amazement about a situation.

realmente es increíble

I really believe it

Indicates a strong belief in what is being said.

realmente lo creo

reality

The condition of being real or true.

realidad

realistic

That adheres to reality and not to the ideal.

realista

realism

Artistic or literary movement that expresses reality without idealizations.

realismo

Seriously, for real.

That movie was really good, I recommend it.

Esa película fue realmente buena, te la recomiendo.

To be honest.

I don't like chocolate, I really prefer fruits.

No me gusta el chocolate, realmente prefiero las frutas.