実像
Meanings
1
real image
Physics term: an image formed by actual convergence of light rays, as opposed to a virtual image (虚像).
See also: 虚像 (きょぞう)
A real image is projected onto the screen by the convex lens.
2
real form; true picture; actual state
General use: the actual, unembellished state of something, often contrasted with an idealized or public image (虚像).
See also: 虚像 (きょぞう)
The real-life image of celebrities that the media conveys is surprisingly plain.
This novel depicts the actual conditions during the war.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉の実像を結ぶfor a real image of an object to form (in optics)
A convex lens can form a real image of an object.
- 〈事〉の実像を探るto investigate the true state of something
The reporter tried to uncover the true state of the incident.
- 実像ができるa real image is produced
A real image was produced on the screen.
- 〈事〉の実像が明らかになるthe true picture of something becomes clear
The survey revealed the true picture of the industry.