A2Vocabulary

Direkt

direct, straightforward

In German

Direkt

diˈʁɛkt

Don't Get Confused!

Looks like
direct
In English means: "extending or moving in a straight line or by the shortest route without changing direction or stopping"
Actually means
Direkt
direct, straightforward
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Memory Tip'Direkt' often implies 'straightforward' or 'frank' in addition to physical 'directness'.

Example Sentences

  1. 1

    Bitte sprechen Sie direkt mit mir.

    Please speak directly to me.

  2. 2

    Das ist der direkte Weg zum Bahnhof.

    That is the direct way to the train station.

FAQ

How do you say "direct, straightforward" in German?

"direct, straightforward" in German is "Direkt" (diˈʁɛkt). Example: Bitte sprechen Sie direkt mit mir..

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