English–German

“real” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁeˈaːl/

Example

Das ist das reale Leben.

This is real life.

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How to say “real” in German

“Real” in German is real.

A concrete situation or thing that exists in the world, not merely in thought, theory, or imagination.

Full entry for real: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with real

Die reale Situation ist komplizierter als gedacht.

The real situation is more complicated than expected.

Tips for using real

  • Real often sounds objective or formal, while wirklich and echt are more common for strong conversational emphasis.

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