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VocabJLPT N2

straight

な-AdjectiveNounの-Adjective

Definitions

1. straight
2. straightforward
3. straight (wins, sets, etc.)

A loanword meaning straight, direct, or frank, used to describe both physical straightness and honest, blunt communication. It can also refer to a straight pitch in baseball or a straight drink with no mixer.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Come on, you didn't have to shut me down so bluntly!

Sentence 2

I really appreciate how direct you are about it!

Sentence 3

A stone path runs straight from the entrance to the garden.

Sentence 4

That's exactly why I want to be completely straight with my feelings right now!

Sentence 5

Wait, you're really going to point out my flaws just like that?!