JLPT N1 Advanced
名実
Name and reality; reputation and actual substance.
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名実ともに meijitsu tomoni - the most common form
Noun (almost always used in the adverbial phrase `名実ともに`)
In Both Name and Reality" / "The Real Deal
Describes a state where a reputation or title is fully supported by actual substance, ability, and reality.
Example
彼 は 名実 と もに 日本 を 代表 する 俳優 に なっ た 。
He has become an actor who represents Japan in both name and reality.
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