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realismo

re-ah-LEES-moh/re.a.ˈlis.mo/

“realismo” means “realism” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

realism

Also: practicality
NounmB1
A person choosing a sturdy pair of boots over a pair of fancy dress shoes for a long walk.

📝 In Action

Hay que mirar la situación con realismo.

A2

We have to look at the situation with realism.

Su realismo le ayudó a tomar una decisión difícil.

B1

Her practicality helped her make a difficult decision.

El realismo político a veces es criticado por ser cínico.

C1

Political realism is sometimes criticized for being cynical.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • pragmatismo (pragmatism)
  • objetividad (objectivity)

Antonyms

  • idealismo (idealism)
  • fantasía (fantasy)

Common Collocations

  • falta de realismo – lack of realism
  • sentido del realismo – sense of realism
  • realismo mágico – magical realism (literary style)

Idioms & Expressions

  • poner los pies en la tierra – to be realistic or practical

royalism

Also: monarchism
NounmC1formal
A golden crown resting on a velvet cushion inside a grand hall.

📝 In Action

El realismo fue derrotado durante la revolución.

B2

Royalism was defeated during the revolution.

Sus ideas de realismo defendían el poder absoluto del rey.

C1

His royalist ideas defended the absolute power of the king.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • monarquismo (monarchism)

Antonyms

  • republicanismo (republicanism)

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "realismo" in Spanish:

monarchism→practicality→realism→royalism→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: realismo

Question 1 of 3

Which word would you use to describe a person who sees things as they truly are?

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📚 Etymology▼

From 'real' (reality) or 'real' (royal) + the suffix '-ismo'. Both roots come from Latin: 'res' (thing) and 'rex' (king).

First recorded: 18th century (for the artistic/philosophical sense)

Cognates (Related words)

English: realismFrench: réalisme

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'realidad' and 'realismo'?

'Realidad' is the state of things as they actually exist (the truth). 'Realismo' is the human attitude of being practical or a specific style in art and literature.

Is 'realismo' always masculine?

Yes, 'el realismo' is always masculine, regardless of whether you are talking about art, philosophy, or politics.

Does 'realismo' only refer to the art movement?

No, while it is a famous art movement, it is very commonly used in everyday life to mean 'being down to earth' or 'practicality'.