实际

• 拼音: shí jì
• 汉字拆解: 实 = 宀 (roof) + 头 (head) — something solid under a roof; 际 = 阝 (mound) + 示 (show) + 二

含义

Actual; practical; reality. Describes what is real or practical as opposed to theoretical or imagined.

As a noun, 实际 means 'reality' or 'actual situation.' As an adjective, it means 'practical,' 'realistic,' or 'actual.' Often used in the phrase 实际上 (actually, in reality) to contrast expectations with what really happened. Also used to describe someone who is down-to-earth and practical.

例句

1. 实际上，这件事没有那么难。
2. 你要看看实际情况再决定。
3. 她是一个很实际的人。

用法指南

语境: discussion, work, everyday

语气: analytical

正确说法

• 实际上我们已经完成了。(Actually, we've already finished.)
• 这个计划不太实际。(This plan is not very practical.)

错误说法

• 这个菜很实际。(Don't use 实际 to describe food — 实际 is for plans, people, or situations, not physical objects. Use 实在 or 实惠 for food that is substantial or good value.)

起源与历史

Compound of 实 (solid, real, fruit) and 际 (border, occasion), together meaning 'at the border of what is real' — the actual state of affairs.

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Universal