How to Say “Reality Show” in Spanish

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reality show
/reˌaliti ˈʃou/masculine
The English phrase 'reality show' is translated into Spanish as reality show. If unsure, use reality show. Wiktionary also lists programa de telerrealidad and reality.
Meaning: a reality television program (noun)

Ways to say it

“reality show” in Spanish
Spanish IPA Note
reality show /reˌaliti ˈʃou/ masculine
programa de telerrealidad /pɾoɡɾama de telerealidad/ (from spelling rules) masculine
reality /reˈaliti/ masculine
show de telerrealidad masculine

All forms of this term refer to a reality television program. In many Spanish-speaking countries, reality is used as a countable masculine noun to refer to the program itself, often appearing in phrases like un reality.

Which one should you use?

While reality show is a direct loan from English, programa de telerrealidad is the more precise, descriptive term. The shortened form reality is used in casual speech, whereas show de telerrealidad is another variation of the phrase.

Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?

Programa de telerrealidad is the formal and linguistically precise term, often used in professional media or academic contexts. Conversely, reality is an informal way to say 'reality show' and is commonly used in casual conversation.

Is it said differently in some regions?

In Spain, Concurso de telerrealidad is commonly used to refer to a reality show that involves contests and competition.

How does it change in a sentence?

All provided forms are masculine nouns.

How do you pronounce it?

/reˌaliti ˈʃou/

Did you know?

  • Spanish speakers use reality as a masculine noun, which is distinct from the Spanish word for reality, realidad, which is feminine.
  • The word programa has ancient roots in the Greek word πρόγραμμα, which originally meant a 'public notice' or a 'written announcement' rather than a broadcast.

Examples in context

  • Ahora Tom es la estrella de un programa de telerrealidad.
    Tom is now the star of a reality show.
    This sentence uses programa de telerrealidad to describe someone being the star of a program.
    Tatoeba #4554008 by swyter, translation #4541105 by Hybrid
  • El síndrome de Truman es una condición mental marcada por la creencia de un paciente de ser la estrella de un reality imaginario.
    Truman syndrome is a mental condition where a patient believes they're the star of an imaginary reality show.
    This sentence uses reality to describe an imaginary show in a medical context.
    Tatoeba #10672684 by Shishir, translation #10673651 by DJ_Saidez
  • Me encanta ver programas de telerrealidad en mi tiempo libre.
    I love watching reality shows in my free time.
  • ¡Vamos a ver un reality esta noche! ¡Estoy emocionado!
    Let's watch a reality show tonight! I'm excited!
  • Los realities de la tele son adictivos. No puedo dejar de verlos.
    TV reality shows are addictive. I can't stop watching them.
  • Anoche, el ganador del concurso de telerrealidad se llevó un gran premio.
    Last night, the winner of the reality show contest took home a big prize.
  • En ese programa de realidad, siempre hay mucha tensión y drama.
    In that reality show, there's always a lot of tension and drama.
  • Ayer vi un reality show muy divertido.
    Yesterday I watched a very funny reality show.

Example conversation

Javier and Sofía are talking in their living room.

  1. Javier

    ¿Quieres ver un reality show conmigo?
    Do you want to watch a reality show with me?
  2. Sofía

    No, prefiero ver una película.
    No, I prefer to watch a movie.
  3. Javier

    Pero este reality show es muy famoso.
    But this reality show is very famous.
  4. Sofía

    Está bien, lo veremos un rato.
    Alright, we will watch it for a bit.

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