Realest: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ค
realest
[ หriหษlษชst ]
slang usage
The term 'realest' is a superlative form of 'real', often used in colloquial contexts to refer to someone or something that is genuine, authentic, or true to life. In slang, if a person is called the 'realest', it signifies that they are considered the most down-to-earth or honest among their peers. It is frequently used in hip-hop culture and among younger generations. This word encapsulates the idea of being sincere and unpretentious, often in contrast to fakeness or superficiality.
Synonyms
authentic, genuine, sincere, truthful
Examples of usage
- He's the realest person I know.
- In my book, you're the realest.
- Keep it real, youโre the realest out here.
- Sheโs so realest with her opinions.
Translations
Translations of the word "realest" in other languages:
๐ต๐น realista
๐ฎ๐ณ เคตเคพเคธเฅเคคเคตเคฟเค
๐ฉ๐ช realistisch
๐ฎ๐ฉ nyata
๐บ๐ฆ ัะตะฐะปัะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ realny
๐ฏ๐ต ใชใขใซใช
๐ซ๐ท rรฉel
๐ช๐ธ real
๐น๐ท gerรงek
๐ฐ๐ท ์ค์ ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุญูููู
๐จ๐ฟ skuteฤnรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ skutoฤnรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ็ๅฎ็
๐ธ๐ฎ resniฤen
๐ฎ๐ธ raunverulegur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฝะฐาัั
๐ฌ๐ช แ แแแแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ gerรงษk
๐ฒ๐ฝ real
Etymology
The term 'realest' emerged from the colloquial use of 'real', which is rooted in the word 'real' deriving from the Latin 'realis', meaning 'actual' or 'true'. The transformation into slang usage began in the late 20th century, particularly within the African American Vernacular English (AAVE) community. Hip-hop culture played a significant role in popularizing this term, as artists often emphasized authenticity and honesty in their music and lyrics. The use of 'realest' implies not just being real but being the epitome of truthfulness and sincerity, which resonates strongly in social interactions and cultural expressions. As the term gained traction, it spread to wider audiences through social media and music, maintaining its association with authenticity and down-to-earth attitudes.