English–Japanese
“straightforward” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajisotchoku
Example
彼の説明は率直です。kare no setsu mei wa sot choku de su
His explanation is straightforward.
How to say “straightforward” in Japanese
“Straightforward” in Japanese is 率直 (sotchoku).
It describes communication that reaches the point without concealment or unnecessary softening.
Example sentences with 率直
相手を責めずに、率直に希望を伝えます。ai te o se me zu ni sot choku ni ki bō o tsuta e ma su
I state my wishes directly without blaming the other person.
Tips for using 率直
- In conversation, a straightforward answer can be clear and honest without being rude, while a blunt answer may sound harsher.