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How to Pronounce "straightforward"

word

/ˈstɹeɪtˈfɔɹwɝd/
STRAYT-for-wurd
/stɹeɪtfˈɔːwəd/
STRAYT-faw-wuhd

Definition

Something that is straightforward is easy to understand or do, and is direct, with no hidden meanings or complications.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈstɹeɪtˈfɔɹwɝd/

British English

/stɹeɪtfˈɔːwəd/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

STRAYT-for-wurd

UK

STRAYT-faw-wuhd

Listen in Context

The instructions are straightforward.

It’s a straightforward process.

She gave a straightforward answer.

He’s very straightforward when he talks—you always know what he means.