This is the 1092nd most frequent French word.
real
The French word "real" does not exist; you may mean "réel," which translates to "real" or "genuine" in English.
Here, 'réel' means 'real' or 'actual', describing the seriousness or authenticity of the problem.
C'est un problème réel que nous devons résoudre.
It's a real problem that we need to solve.
In this context, 'véritable' (a synonym for real) emphasizes the genuineness or excellence of the artist.
Elle est une véritable artiste dans son domaine.
She is a real artist in her field.
The word 'réel' is used to express the actuality of the danger, suggesting it is serious and not hypothetical.