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現實

reality

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Character Composition

Characters

Pinyin

xian4shi2 • xiànshí

Meaning

Primary

reality

Alternatives

real life, present reality, actuality

Mnemonic

現實 Reality is the 實 reality of the 現 present, rather than what you imagine.

Usage

我們 必須 面對 現實。

We must face reality.

夢想 不 等於 現實。

Dreams are not the same as reality.

這 部 小說 反映 了 現實。

This novel reflects reality.