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"For real" is an adverb which is often translated as "en serio", and "seriously" is an adverb which is often translated as "seriamente". Learn more about the difference between "for real" and "seriously" below.
for real(
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)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
1. (colloquial) (truly)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
2. (colloquial) (true)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
3. (slang) (affirmation)
A very informal word or phrase used by a particular group or community as a substitute for standard language (e.g., joint, john).
a. claro
Lauren was an incredible woman, and she broke my heart. - For real.Lauren era una mujer increíble y me rompió el corazón. - Claro.
seriously(
sir
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)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
1. (earnestly)
a. seriamente
I'm seriously considering starting a restaurant business.Me estoy planteando seriamente poner un restaurante como negocio.
b. hablando en serio
Seriously though, you shouldn't wait too long.Hablando en serio, no deberías demorarte mucho.
2. (gravely)
a. gravemente
Tomas was seriously injured in the accident and may never walk again.Tomás resultó gravemente herido en el accidente y es posible que jamás vuelva a caminar.
b. seriamente
The singer was seriously hurt when he tried to fly a drone during the concert.El cantante resultó seriamente herido al tratar de hacer volar un dron durante el concierto.
3. (colloquial) (very)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
