Real
Stable🎒High SchoolDefinition
An expression of agreement or validation, like 'that's so true' or 'I completely agree.' Often used as a standalone response. 'That's real' = 'I feel you.'
Translation for Parents
When your kid says 'that's real' or just responds with 'real,' they're saying they agree or relate to what was said. It's the most literal slang in existence. They're literally just saying something is real/true. Progress.
Examples
“Adulting is so hard. Real.”
“Being an adult is difficult. I completely agree.”
“She said she's tired of drama and honestly? Real.”
“She said she's tired of drama and I completely relate.”
Cringe Score
Safe to use
Responding to things with 'real' is so simple that you literally cannot mess it up. This is the training wheels of slang.
Category
emphasis
Peak
2024-01
Last Verified
2026-02-25
Sources
urban_dictionary, reddit