English–Spanish

“direct” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsodirigir

Pronunciation

IPA/diˈɾekto/

Example

Quiero una respuesta directa, por favor.

I'd like a direct answer, please.

Illustration for directo (direct)

How to say “direct” in Spanish

“Direct” in Spanish is directo.

A straight, unbroken line between two people.

Full entry for directo: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with directo

La conversación fue directa y productiva.

The conversation was direct and productive.

Tips for using directo

  • The word also commonly means 'nonstop' (vuelo directo) and 'live' for broadcasts (en directo), so check context before translating 'directo' as 'frank'.

Other Spanish words for “direct”

Ella dirige la pregunta al profesor.

She directs the question to the teacher.

“direct” in other languages