Real vs Really

Real vs Really

Real – is an adjective and is defined as actually existing as a thing or occurring in fact; not imagined or supposed.

a. It wasn’t a ghost; it was a real person.
b. The growth of violent crime is a very real problem.

Not imitation or artificial.

a. This jewellery is real; it is not artificial.
b. Real gold is mostly found in 24 carats.

Really – is an adverb and is defined as in actual fact, as opposed to what is said or imagined to be true or possible.

a. Did that incident really happen?
b. I could not believe that I am really going to meet my favourite actor.

Used to emphasize a statement or opinion.

a. I really want to visit Disneyland.
b. Now I really must go.

Read the following sentences and fill in the blanks with the right word.

1. The movie that I saw was a ____________ mystery.

a. Really
b. Real
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2. I ____________ tricked Tia off.

a. Real
b. Really
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3. Companies build systems that often have more functions than users ____________ need.

a. Really
b. Real
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4. The exceptional length of his reign had ____________ significance.

a. Really
b. Real
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5. It is often in the excuses and in the apologies that one finds the ____________ offensive.

a. Real
b. Really
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