Actually existing or attainable, rather than merely imagined or theoretical.
Natural examples
Nach dem guten Probelauf besteht eine reelle Chance auf Erfolg.
After the successful trial, there is a real chance of success.
Der Weg zum Bahnhof ist eine reelle Alternative.
The route to the station is a viable alternative.
Es gibt eine reelle Gefahr von Glatteis am Morgen.
There is a real risk of black ice in the morning.
Usage note
Reell often modifies a chance, possibility, or danger. It emphasizes that something can actually happen or be achieved.
Mini-lesson: reell
Actually existing or attainable, rather than merely imagined or theoretical. Reell often modifies a chance, possibility, or danger. It emphasizes that something can actually happen or be achieved.
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