straightforwardly

IPA/ˌstreɪtˈfɔːwədli/
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straightforwardly — 副詞

1. in a clear and uncomplicated manner, so that something can be understood or done

1.副詞B2
釋義

簡單地

以簡單易懂的方式

in a clear and uncomplicated manner, so that something can be understood or done without difficulty

例句

The teacher explained the maths problem straightforwardly, using small numbers and simple steps.

這位老師簡單清楚地解釋了數學題，用的是小數字和簡單的步驟。

explained ... straightforwardly

The instructions on the bottle were written straightforwardly, so anyone could follow them.

藥瓶上的說明寫得很簡單明瞭，任何人都能看懂。

written straightforwardly

同義詞
  • simply

    stresses lack of complexity; more informal

  • clearly

    focuses on the result — that the listener understands — rather than the method

  • plainly

    suggests using ordinary, non-technical language

反義詞
  • confusingly

    in a way that causes misunderstanding

  • vaguely

    without enough detail to be fully understood

文法句型

straightforwardly + verb (explain, describe, write)

用法筆記

Common with verbs of communication and explanation: explain, describe, present, write, state. Frequently occurs in instructional or procedural contexts.

常見錯誤

❌Can you straightforwardly explain this?
✅Can you explain this straightforwardly?
💡the adverb normally follows the verb, not the other way around.

2. by speaking or acting in an honest and direct way, without hiding what you truly

2.副詞B2
釋義

坦率地

坦誠直接地表達想法

by speaking or acting in an honest and direct way, without hiding what you truly think or feel

例句

Hana told her manager straightforwardly that the three-week deadline was impossible to meet.

Hana 坦率地告訴她的主管，三週的期限根本不可能達成。

told ... straightforwardly

The doctor spoke straightforwardly about the risks of surgery, hiding nothing from the patient.

醫師坦誠地說明手術的風險，對病人沒有任何隱瞞。

spoke straightforwardly

同義詞
  • frankly

    stresses honesty even when the truth is unpleasant or blunt

  • directly

    emphasises going straight to the point with no detours

  • openly

    focuses on transparency and secrecy-free communication

反義詞

文法句型

straightforwardly + verb (speak, tell, admit, answer)

用法筆記

Frequently used with verbs of personal expression: tell, speak, admit, answer, express, state. Implies a degree of courage — the speaker is being honest even when it might be uncomfortable for the listener.

常見錯誤

❌He straightforwardly said he was sorry.
✅He said he was sorry straightforwardly.
💡in natural English, the adverb is more natural after the verb phrase.