straightforward
gb/stɹˈeɪtfˈɔɹwɚd/ us/stɹˈeɪtfˈɔɹwɚd/
B1
Английский
~ 5600
egyszerű, egyértelmű, könnyen érthető, őszinte, egyenes, nyílt
B1
1
Модель употребления:
[something] is straightforward
The instructions are quite straightforward, so you should be able to build the shelf in an hour.
Az útmutató elég egyértelmű, így egy óra alatt össze kell tudnod szerelni a polcot.
It was a straightforward decision once we saw the cost of the other options.
Miután láttuk a többi lehetőség költségét, egyértelmű döntés volt.
The software offers a straightforward way to back up your files.
Applying for the visa was more straightforward than I expected.
This is a fairly straightforward problem that we can solve today.
Примеры для изучающих
The test was straightforward and not very long.
A teszt egyszerű volt, és nem volt túl hosszú.
The form is straightforward, so just fill in your name and address.
Az űrlap egyszerű, úgyhogy csak írd be a nevedet és a címedet.
Her explanation was straightforward, and everyone understood it.
This job is straightforward; you just enter the numbers.
The rules of the game are straightforward for new players.
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'straightforward' with 'straight' and say things like *'a straightforward line'* instead of 'a straight line'. They may also overuse 'very simple' instead of 'quite straightforward' in more formal writing, where 'straightforward' often sounds more natural.
Значение
easy to understand or do
Коллокации
straightforward process
|straightforward answer
|straightforward solution
|fairly straightforward
|relatively straightforward
|straightforward task
Синонимы
simple (More common and general; can sound less formal than 'straightforward'.)
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uncomplicated (Very close in meaning; slightly more formal and technical.)
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clear (Focuses more on being easy to understand, especially with information or explanations.)
Антонимы
complicated (Suggests many parts or steps that make something hard to understand or do.)
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confusing (Focuses on the feeling that something is hard to understand.)
Темы
work
|education
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Определение
Simple and clear, so it is not hard to understand or do.
Easy to understand, deal with, or complete; not complicated or difficult.
B2
2
Модель употребления:
[someone] is straightforward (with [someone])
I appreciate how straightforward she is about the problems in the project.
Nagyra értékelem, hogy ennyire őszinte a projekt problémáival kapcsolatban.
To be completely straightforward, we don't have the budget for that.
Hogy teljesen őszinte legyek, erre nincs keretünk.
He was very straightforward with them about the risks involved.
The doctor was straightforward and didn't try to hide the seriousness of the situation.
If you're straightforward in the interview, they'll trust you more.
Примеры для изучающих
My manager is very straightforward and tells us the truth.
A vezetőm nagyon őszinte, és megmondja nekünk az igazat.
Please be straightforward with me: did I make a mistake?
Kérlek, légy őszinte velem: hibáztam?
He gave a straightforward answer and did not hide anything.
I like people who are straightforward and honest.
She is straightforward when she talks about money.
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes think 'straightforward' means 'rude' or 'impolite'. It actually has a mostly positive meaning, similar to 'honest and clear', although a straightforward comment can feel too strong in some cultures. Another mistake is saying *'He spoke straightforward'* instead of using an adverbial phrase like 'He spoke in a straightforward way'.
Значение
honest and direct in manner
Коллокации
straightforward person
|straightforward answer
|be straightforward with [someone]
|honest and straightforward
|refreshingly straightforward
|straightforward communication
Синонимы
direct (Very close in meaning; can sometimes sound a bit blunt or harsh depending on tone.)
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frank (Emphasizes open honesty, often about something difficult or sensitive.)
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candid (Similar to 'frank', often used in slightly more formal or written contexts.)
Антонимы
evasive (Describes someone who avoids giving a clear or honest answer.)
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insincere (Suggests that a person is not truly honest about what they think or feel.)
Темы
communication
|personality
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Определение
Saying what you really think in a clear, honest way, without hiding anything.
Honest, open, and direct in the way one speaks or behaves, without trying to hide the truth or make it more pleasant.
Грамматика
Словарная форма
straightforward
IPA
GB/stɹˈeɪtfˈɔɹwɚd/
US/stɹˈeɪtfˈɔɹwɚd/
Слоги и ударение
straight - for - ward (3 слога)
Stress on 1st syllable (straight)
Формы слова
Adjective
- Base: straightforward
Родственные слова
Core family
straightforwardly
adverb
Related words
straight
adjective A1
Advanced or less common
straightforwardness
noun
Выражения
be straightforward with someone
1/bˈi stɹˈeɪtfˈɔɹwɚd wˈɪθ sˈʌmwˌʌn/
fixed phrase
speak honestly and directly
To talk to a person in a clear, honest way, without hiding the truth.
Примеры
- I'll be straightforward with you: we can't offer you the job.
- She was straightforward with her parents about failing the exam.
- Please be straightforward with me if there is a problem.
in a straightforward way
1/ˈɪn ə stɹˈeɪtfˈɔɹwɚd wˈeɪ/
fixed phrase
in a simple, honest manner
In a way that is simple and clear, or honest and direct.
Примеры
- He explained the process in a straightforward way so everyone could follow.
- Try to write your report in a straightforward way, without long, complex sentences.
- The teacher answered the question in a straightforward way.