Spell Bee Word: real

Basic Details

Word: Real

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Actually existing as a thing or occurring in fact; not imagined or supposed.

Synonyms: Genuine, true, authentic

Antonyms: Fake, false, unreal

Idioms and Phrases

1. Get real: Used to tell someone to be realistic. Example: "You think you can finish this huge project in one day? Get real!"
2. The real deal: Something genuine and excellent. Example: "That player is the real deal-he has incredible talent."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The fear she felt was very real, not just in her imagination.

Example 2: Diamonds are expensive because they are rare and real.

Example 3: He finally realized his dream of becoming a real doctor.

Fun Fact

The word "real" comes from the Latin word realis, meaning "actual" or "genuine." It has been used in English since the 14th century.

Famous Quote

"The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes." - Marcel Proust

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "real" mean?

a) Imaginary
b) Actually existing
c) Fake
d) Pretend

Answer: b) Actually existing

2. Which of these is a synonym of "real"?

a) Fake
b) True
c) False
d) Unreal

Answer: b) True

3. Which is an antonym of "real"?

a) Genuine
b) Authentic
c) Unreal
d) True

Answer: c) Unreal

4. Which sentence uses "real" correctly?

a) The magician's trick looked real to the children.
b) He is a real in playing the guitar.
c) She wanted to buy a real of bread.
d) The cat is real jumping the wall.

Answer: a) The magician's trick looked real to the children.

5. What does the phrase "the real deal" mean?

a) Something fake
b) Something imaginary
c) Something genuine and excellent
d) Something confusing

Answer: c) Something genuine and excellent