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USA slang
Seriously (playful variation of 'for real').
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
USA
Formality
Informal.
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for realz means Seriously (playful variation of 'for real'). It is best read as usa slang associated with USA.
"for realz" means Seriously (playful variation of 'for real'). In USA, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Seriously, genuinely, completely honest β New York's favourite way to say "I swear I'm ...
Dont joke around; be serious (implies severe consequences)
Seriously? Or truly/genuinely.
Profound; serious; emotionally deep or meaningful.
Stop messing around; dont be silly or play games (from Hokkien)
Serious conversation; being honest and direct.
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