A1adverb 1K

Really

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈriːəli//ˈrɪəli/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈriːəli/"]/

Meaning of Really

used to emphasize an adjective or adverb

In simple words: very or truly

Really in a sentence

• I really enjoy going to the beach.
• Is it really true that you're moving?
• She is really talented at painting.
• I don't really understand this lesson.
• Do you really want to go out tonight?

How to use Really

Used to emphasize an adjective or another adverb. It can be informal in casual conversations but is accepted in most contexts; avoid overusing it in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone adverb

Memory hint

Think of 'really' as 'real-ly', emphasizing its true nature.

Related words

Collocations with Really

• really want
• really good
• really sure
• really excited
• really important

Synonyms for Really

• very
• truly
• actually
• extremely
• genuinely

Opposites of Really

• seldom
• never

Common mistakes with Really

• Using it in place of 'real' when describing a noun.
• Confusing it with 'really' in terms of degree, e.g., 'really good' instead of 'very good'.

Frequently asked questions about Really

What does Really mean?

very or truly

What is the definition of Really?

used to emphasize an adjective or adverb

How do you use Really in a sentence?

I really enjoy going to the beach.

Can you give another example of Really?

Is it really true that you're moving?

What are synonyms for Really?

Common alternatives include very, truly, actually, extremely, genuinely.

What is the opposite of Really?

Opposite meanings include seldom, never.

What words go with Really?

It commonly pairs with really want, really good, really sure, really excited, really important.

What are common mistakes when using Really?

Using it in place of 'real' when describing a noun. Confusing it with 'really' in terms of degree, e.g., 'really good' instead of 'very good'.

How do you pronounce Really?

US: /["/ˈriːəli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈriːəli//ˈrɪəli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Really?

Used to emphasize an adjective or another adverb. It can be informal in casual conversations but is accepted in most contexts; avoid overusing it in formal writing.

What CEFR level is Really?

"Really" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.