Translation guide
Expresses a direct, unbending path or route, both literally and figuratively. In Japanese, this concept is conveyed through nouns, adjectives, and idiomatic phrases that emphasize linearity, directness, and lack of deviation.
Describing a road, route, or physical path that is straight and without curves.
The most common and natural way to say 'straight road/path'. 'まっすぐ' means straight, and '道' means road or path.
This road is straight and easy to drive on.
Please go along the straight road.
Literally 'straight line course'. Often used in sports, racing, or when emphasizing the linear nature of the course.
The straight course of this stadium is 100 meters.
Emphasizes a perfectly straight, unbending road. More emphatic than まっすぐな道.
A perfectly straight road stretched to the horizon.
Describing a life path, career, or process that is direct and without detours.
Also used figuratively to mean a straightforward path in life or career, without deviations.
He has walked a straight path in life.
To advance straight ahead without wavering, often used for single-minded pursuit of a goal.
Literally 'not taking side trips', used to describe a direct approach without distractions.
Describing an honest, direct way of speaking or acting without evasion.
She is heading straight toward her goal.
I went straight to university without any detours.
To put it straight, you are wrong.