noun
actual combat; real battle; active service
Refers to real fighting or combat situations, as opposed to training, exercises, or simulations. Often used in military, martial arts, and competitive contexts to emphasize practical experience.
彼は実戦経験が豊富な兵士だ。
He is a soldier with extensive combat experience.
このゲームは実戦さながらの緊張
This game has a tension that feels like real combat.