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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

realia

/riːˈeɪliə/ noun · British & US
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What does realia mean?

noun

Objects or materials used to illustrate or demonstrate a concept, especially in language teaching. Realia can be anything from everyday objects to artifacts, photographs, or videos.

Example

"The teacher used realia such as a map and a globe to help students understand the concept of geography."

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