This is the 451st most frequent French word.
vrai
True.
The word 'vrai' functions as an adjective describing the noun 'article', indicating the truthfulness of the information.
Cet article est vrai.
This article is true.
Here, 'vrai' is used as an adjective for 'ami', emphasizing authenticity or deep sincerity in friendship.
Tu es un vrai ami.
You are a true friend.
In this informal sentence, 'vrai' is part of the phrase 'pour vrai', used adverbially to express truthfulness or earnestness in recounting an event.