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真実

shinjitsu

Description

「真実」は、うそではない本当のことを表す言葉です。

"真実" means something true that is not a lie.

少しかたい言い方なので、ニュースや大切な話でよく使われます。

It is a somewhat formal expression, often used in news and important talks.

Meanings

真実shinjitsu

the truth; what is actually true

私は真実を知りたいです。

I want to know the truth.

真実shinjitsu

true; real (not false)

それは真実な話です。

That is a true story.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    真 (true) + 実 (reality/substance), together meaning genuine truth.

  • Nuance

    真実 stresses moral or absolute truth, while 事実 is a plain factual matter.

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