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Reali is an Italian term that functions as the plural form of the adjective reale. In Italian, reale is used to mean real or genuine as well as royal or regal. The forms are: masculine and feminine singular reale, and plural reali for both masculine and feminine nouns. The word derives from Latin regalis, meaning kingly or regal, and has cognates in related Romance languages.

In everyday language, reale conveys authenticity or existence, as in real objects or real events. It also appears in ceremonial or historical contexts to describe things tied to monarchy or crowns, such as famiglie reali (royal families) or beni reali (royal possessions). In mathematical contexts, reali is the standard plural used for the real numbers, as in numeri reali.

As a surname, Reali occurs in Italian-speaking communities and among people of Italian heritage. It is found in various regions of Italy and among the Italian diaspora, without implying any single famously associated individual.

The term does not denote a separate political or organizational entity. Its usage spans linguistics, culture, law, and science in Italian, always reflecting the core senses of real, authentic, or royal, depending on context.