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"Real" is an adjective which is often translated as "real", and "for real" is an adverb which is often translated as "en serio". Learn more about the difference between "real" and "for real" below.
real(
ril
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
6. (colloquial) (very) (United States)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
Regionalism used in the United States
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
I am real happy.Estoy contentísima.
This beer is real good.Esta cerveza es muy buena.
for real(
fuhr
ril
)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.
