real
real
actually existing
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real with Russian translation
real usage examples
Это настоящий алмаз, а не стекло.
That's a real diamond, not glass.
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real belongs to the topic "Top 500". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
real synonyms
What's the difference between real / actual / true / real-life / real-world / factual
the basic word for something that actually exists or is not fake
Is this real gold?
Это настоящее золото?
shows what is real or true in fact, often contrasted with imagined or expected
What is the actual price?
Какая фактическая цена?
means in accordance with facts or reality, but can also mean honest or correct
The story is true.
Эта история правдива.
describes something from everyday life, not fictional or theoretical
We talked about real-life problems.
Мы говорили о проблемах из реальной жизни.
describes practical situations outside theory, school, or models
Students need real-world experience.
Студентам нужен практический опыт в реальной жизни.
based on facts rather than opinions or feelings
Please give a factual answer.
Пожалуйста, дайте фактический ответ.
means solid, clear, and specific; not abstract or vague
Can you give a concrete example?
Можете привести конкретный пример?
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How to pronounce real and what this word means
real translation: настоящий. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce real
/ˈrɪəl/
real translation
настоящий
real examples
That's a real diamond, not glass.
real transcription
/ˈrɪəl/, /riːl/
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real meaning: what does it mean?
actually existing
real pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
real is pronounced as /ˈrɪəl/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
real definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
That's a real diamond, not glass. Translation: Это настоящий алмаз, а не стекло.
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