实实在在 solid and honest
Explanation
真实；不虚假；确实存在。
true; not false; actually existing.
Origin Story
老张是一位木匠，他做的每一件家具都实实在在，选材精良，做工精细。他从不偷工减料，即使是别人看不见的地方，也力求完美。他的家具不仅结实耐用，而且美观大方，深受顾客喜爱。一次，一位顾客想定制一张桌子，要求尺寸要很大，老张认真测量后，考虑到木材的承重能力，建议顾客稍作调整，以免影响使用。顾客虽然有些不满，但看到老张实实在在的态度，最终还是接受了老张的建议。这张桌子最终做得非常成功，顾客非常满意，并向更多人推荐了老张。老张的故事在当地传为佳话，因为他用自己的双手和诚实，为顾客创造了实实在在的价值。
Old Zhang was a carpenter who made every piece of furniture solidly and meticulously, carefully selecting high-quality materials. He never cut corners, and even in areas unseen, he strived for perfection. His furniture was not only sturdy and durable but also aesthetically pleasing, earning him great customer favor. One time, a customer wanted a custom-made table of very large dimensions. Zhang carefully measured the requirements, but also considered the wood's load-bearing capacity, and suggested a minor adjustment to avoid compromising functionality. Although the customer was initially unhappy, seeing Zhang’s honest approach, he accepted the advice. The resulting table was a great success; the customer was exceptionally satisfied and recommended Zhang to many others. Zhang’s story became a local legend because he created real value for his customers through his hands and integrity.
Usage
用于形容人或事物真实、不虚假、确实存在。多用于褒义。
Used to describe people or things that are real, not false, and actually exist. Often used in a positive sense.
Examples
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他做事实实在在，从不弄虚作假。
tā zuòshì shíshízàizài, cóng bù nòngxū zuòjiǎ
He works honestly and practically, never cheating.
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这家公司口碑好，产品质量实实在在。
zhè jiā gōngsī kǒubēi hǎo, chǎnpǐn zhìliàng shíshízàizài
This company has a good reputation, and its products are of substantial quality.
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他的话实实在在，让人信服。
tā de huà shíshízàizài, ràng rén xìnfú
His words are solid and convincing.