How to Pronounce "for real"
expression
ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈɹiɫ
fer-REEL
fˈɔː/ /ɹiːl
for-REEL
Definition
Used to show you are being sincere, or to ask if something is true or genuine. It can mean 'seriously' or 'is this real?' depending on context.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈɹiɫ
British English
fˈɔː/ /ɹiːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fer-REEL
UK
for-REEL
Listen in Context
Is this story for real?
I'm telling you for real, I saw it happen.
Are you for real or joking?
Wait, you got tickets to the concert for real?