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VocabJLPT N5

reality

Nounの-AdjectiveAdverb

Definitions

1. reality
2. actuality
3. practice (as opposed to theory)
4. truly

This adverb or noun means "in reality," "actually," or "in practice," and is used to contrast what is true in real life with what is theoretical or assumed. It is a useful word for emphasizing that something is based on real experience or fact.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

So basically, there's a different problem underneath all this.

Sentence 2

Everyone says it's easy, but in reality it's hard.

Sentence 3

That's why it's actually impossible!

Sentence 4

I'm smiling, but honestly I want to cry.

Sentence 5

"It's scary when it comes down to it, right?" he said.