No. 4,437 in Korean
현실
"현실" means "reality."
In a sentence
현실은 가끔 이상보다 더 흥미롭습니다.
Reality is sometimes more interesting than ideals.
In this sentence, '현실' refers to the state of things as they actually exist, contrasting with '이상' (ideals). It communicates the concept of 'reality' in the context of comparing it with theoretical ideas.
현실 세계에서 성공하기 위해서는 많은 노력이 필요하다.
To succeed in the real world, a lot of effort is required.
Here, '현실' describes the tangible world we live in, emphasizing the practical aspect of life that requires efforts to achieve success.
그는 현실을 직시하지 못하고 환상에 빠져 있습니다.
He cannot face reality and is lost in illusions.
In this sentence, '현실' is used to signify a person's acknowledgment or understanding of actual circumstances, contrasting with ideas or fantasies.
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