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直接

zhíjiē

English translation of 直接

direct

The Chinese word '直接' is used in a similar context as 'direct' in English. It could mean that something or someone is straight ahead, it may also express the doing of something in the most efficient way, without anything or anyone else involved or included. It further suggests to be honest and straightforward in relationships with others.


Example sentences using: 直接

他直接告诉我答案。

tā zhíjiē gàosù wǒ dā'àn.

English translation of 他直接告诉我答案。

He directly told me the answer.

This phrase highlights the act of someone expressing the answer without hesitation or intermediaries, emphasizing clarity and honesty in communication.

你可以直接来我的办公室。

nǐ kěyǐ zhíjiē lái wǒ de bàngōngshì.

English translation of 你可以直接来我的办公室。

You can come directly to my office.

In this sentence, the speaker encourages the listener to go straight to their office without any detours, suggesting efficiency and straightforwardness.

请直接告诉我你的想法。

qǐng zhíjiē gàosù wǒ nǐ de xiǎngfǎ.

English translation of 请直接告诉我你的想法。

Please tell me your thoughts directly.

This request asks for open and honest communication, indicating that the speaker values straightforward opinions and wants to avoid misunderstandings.

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