straightforward

ˌstreɪtˈfɔrwərd
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Translation of straightforward into German,

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Adjective

1.

simple task

easy to understand or do
  • The instructions were straightforward and easy to follow.Die Anweisungen waren einfach und leicht zu befolgen.
2.

direct path

proceeding in a direct manner
  • The road was straightforward, leading directly to the city.Die Straße war geradlinig und führte direkt in die Stadt.
3.

honest person

honest and direct in manner
  • She is known for her straightforward approach in meetings.Sie ist bekannt für ihre ehrliche Herangehensweise in Besprechungen.

Adverb

1.

communication

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in a forthright way when speaking or writing
US
  • He explained the rules straightforward to the new players.Er erklärte den neuen Spielern die Regeln geradeheraus.
2.

simplicity

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in a simple way without extra steps
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  • Install the app straightforward by following the on-screen tips.Installiere die App einfach, indem du den Anweisungen auf dem Bildschirm folgst.
3.

honesty

in an honest way without hiding facts
  • She answered straightforward when asked about the mistake.Als man sie auf den Fehler ansprach, antwortete sie offen.
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Synonyms and analogies of straightforward in English

Examples of straightforward in a sentence

  • Her explanation was straightforward, leaving no room for confusion.
  • The instructions were straightforward and easy to follow.
  • We took a straightforward route to the station.
  • His straightforward nature made him trustworthy.
  • I appreciate her straightforward answers to tough questions.
  • Please write your concerns straightforward, without euphemisms.

Translations of "straightforward" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Adjective
einfachadj.

Once you learn the process, signing on for benefits is quite straightforward.

Wenn Sie den Prozess kennen, ist die Anmeldung für Leistungen ganz einfach.

unkompliziertadj.

The guided installation made setting up the device straightforward and stress-free.

Die schrittweise Anleitung machte die Installation des Geräts unkompliziert und stressfrei.

geradlinigadj.

The politician is known for playing politics rather than being straightforward.

Der Politiker ist dafür bekannt, Winkelzüge zu machen, anstatt geradlinig zu sein.

direktadj.

Don't play mind games with your friends; be honest and straightforward instead.

Treib keine Psychospielchen mit deinen Freunden; sei lieber ehrlich und direkt.

klaradj.

The teacher explained that the indicative form is straightforward and direct.

Die Lehrerin erklärte, dass die Indikativform klar und direkt ist.

übersichtlichadj.

The working out schedules for the event were clear and straightforward.

Die detaillierten Zeitpläne für die Veranstaltung waren klar und übersichtlich.

überschaubaradj.

Once you know which way is up, the system becomes really straightforward.

Sobald du weißt, wo es langgeht, wird das System wirklich überschaubar.

eindeutigadj.

The detective explained that not all homicide cases are straightforward.

Der Ermittler erklärte, dass nicht alle Tötungsfälle eindeutig sind.

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Other translations for straightforward:

  • freimütigadj.

straightforward: Examples and translations in context

Creative accountants sometimes break the system instead of following straightforward procedures.

Kreative Buchhalter umgehen manchmal das System, statt einfache Verfahren einzuhalten.

I always get my hackles up when politicians dodge straightforward questions.

Ich werde immer kampflustig, wenn Politiker einfache Fragen ausweichend beantworten.

Books that appeal to the mass market tend to be straightforward and relatable.

Bücher, die den Massenmarkt ansprechen, sind tendenziell einfach und nachvollziehbar.

The team made heavy going of a project that should've been straightforward.

Das Team tat sich mit einem eigentlich einfachen Projekt überraschend schwer.

Students sometimes read something into a text instead of accepting the straightforward explanation.

Studierende lesen manchmal zwischen den Zeilen, statt die einfache Erklärung zu akzeptieren.

The putt was straightforward, but the borrow became a hidden obstacle.

Der Putt schien einfach, aber das Gefälle wurde zu einem versteckten Hindernis.

If you keep the book accurately, preparing your annual tax return becomes straightforward.

Wenn Sie genau Buch führen, wird die Erstellung der jährlichen Steuererklärung deutlich einfacher.

The puzzle seemed tricky, but it turned out to have a straightforward solution.

Das Rätsel wirkte knifflig, hatte aber letztlich eine einfache Lösung.

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