An emphatic, slightly playful way of saying 'for real' or 'seriously' — used to confirm that something is genuinely true, or to demand genuine confirmation from someone else. 'For realsies' has the energy of a kid who learned to swear but isn't ready to commit to the full word — it's earnest and a little goofy, which is exactly why adults use it ironically while also meaning it completely. Perfect for group chats and casual conversations where sincerity needs a softening edge.
Wait, for realsies? They're giving everyone an extra day off this week?
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(slang) , genuinely, actually.
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(slang, childish) , genuine, real.
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Regional slang from around the English-speaking world — British, Australian, Irish, Caribbean, Nigerian, Filipino, AAVE, and the hyphenated-English dialects that make the internet sound local.
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