for reals
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Meaning · English
For real.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
"No he's not really, is he for reals?" the big-eyed little girl asked her brother.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “for reals” mean?
For real.
Is “for reals” formal or informal?
for reals is generally slang.