How to Pronounce "directness"
word
daɪˈɹɛknəs/, /dɝˈɛktnəs/, /diˈɹɛknəs/, /dɪˈɹɛknəs
dy-REKT-nuhs, der-EKT-nuhs, dee-REKT-nuhs, dih-REKT-nuhs
daɪɹˈɛktnəs
dy-REKT-nuhs
Definition
Directness is the quality of being honest, clear, and straightforward in words or actions, without hiding your true meaning.
IPA Transcription
American English
daɪˈɹɛknəs/, /dɝˈɛktnəs/, /diˈɹɛknəs/, /dɪˈɹɛknəs
British English
daɪɹˈɛktnəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dy-REKT-nuhs, der-EKT-nuhs, dee-REKT-nuhs, dih-REKT-nuhs
UK
dy-REKT-nuhs
Listen in Context
I like your directness when you speak.
His directness can sometimes be surprising.
We appreciate your directness in this matter.
Sometimes her directness comes off as a bit harsh, even though she means well.