realismo
/reaˈlismo/
The English word realism is translated into Spanish as realismo.
realismo is a noun used to express concern for fact or reality.
Meaning: concern for fact or reality (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /reaˈlismo/.
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the word real can mean both 'real' and 'royal', meaning that 'realismo' can sometimes be punningly associated with 'royalty' in specific historical contexts.
- The root of realismo, the word real, shares an ancient ancestor with the English word 'thing' via the Latin 'res', meaning 'a matter' or 'a thing'.
- While realismo describes a general concern for reality, Spanish uses the term realismo mágico or 'magical realism' to describe a literary genre where supernatural elements are treated as mundane.
Examples in context
- El realismo es un movimiento artístico que se centra en la representación fiel de la realidad.Realism is an artistic movement that focuses on the faithful representation of reality.
- El realismo de la película me impresionó.The realism of the movie impressed me.
- Necesitamos un poco más de realismo en este plan.We need a bit more realism in this plan.
- Su realismo le permite tomar decisiones acertadas.Her realism allows her to make correct decisions.
Example conversation
Mateo and Lucía are discussing a business proposal.
- MateoTu propuesta carece de realismo, Lucía.Your proposal lacks realism, Lucía.
- LucíaSolo intento ser optimista con el proyecto.I am just trying to be optimistic with the project.
- MateoPero el realismo es vital para el éxito.But realism is vital for success.
- LucíaTienes razón, voy a revisar los números.You are right, I am going to check the numbers.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “realism” translations and entries realismo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries realismo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
