frank
word
/ˈfɹæŋk/
frangk
/fɹˈæŋk/
frangk
Definition
To be frank means to be honest and direct when speaking, sometimes saying things that are uncomfortable or blunt.
Usage & Nuances
'Frank' is neutral to slightly formal; it's common in both speech and writing. It is often used to preface direct opinions ('To be frank...'). Not as aggressive as 'blunt' or 'brutally honest'.
Spanish: franco - sinceroPortuguese (BR): franco - sinceroPortuguese (PT): franco - sinceroChinese (Simplified): 坦率的 - 直言不讳的Chinese (Traditional): 坦率的 - 直言不諱的Hindi: स्पष्टवादी - साफ़गोArabic: صريح - صادقBengali: খোলামেলা - স্পষ্টRussian: откровенный - прямойJapanese: 率直な - 正直なVietnamese: thẳng thắnKorean: 솔직한Turkish: açık sözlüUrdu: صاف گو - کھراIndonesian: terus terang
Example Sentences
She gave a frank answer to the question.
basic
Please be frank with me if you have concerns.
basic
To be frank, I didn’t really enjoy the movie.
natural
He appreciates people who are frank and straightforward.
natural
Let’s have a frank talk about our future plans.
natural
My boss is always frank with his feedback.
basic