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directness (B2)

カタカナ: ダイレクトネス

IPA: /daɪˈrɛktnəs/

The quality of being straightforward, honest, and without hesitation in speech or action.

意味: 言葉や行動において、遠回しではなく、正直でためらいがない性質のこと。

His directness was appreciated by his colleagues, who knew where they stood. — 同僚たちは彼の率直さを評価していた。おかげで彼らは自分の立場を明確に理解できたからだ。
The politician's directness in answering questions surprised the reporters. — その政治家が質問に単刀直入に答えたことで、記者たちは驚いた。
We value the directness of your feedback, as it helps us improve. — 私たちはあなたのフィードバックの率直さを尊重します。改善の助けになるからです。

Japanese translations of Directness:

directness in (prepositional phrase): Used to specify the area or context where directness is applied. — "Her directness in giving feedback was helpful."
directness of (prepositional phrase): Used to indicate what is being directly expressed or acted upon. — "The directness of his gaze made her uncomfortable."