frank; candid; straightforward
Describes a person, attitude, opinion, or statement that is honest and direct, without hiding feelings or sugarcoating. Often used positively for sincerity, but can imply bluntness depending on context.
率直な意見を聞かせてください。
Please give me your frank opinion.
He is a very straightforward person and immediately says what he thinks.
I want to hear his frank opinion.
Please give me your candid feedback on this work.
She spoke frankly about her feelings.
I think it's better to tell your boss frankly.
虚心 focuses on approaching something without preconceptions, while 率直 emphasizes frank, straightforward speech or expression.
率直 is the modern, common word for being frank or candid, while 直 in this sense is a dated adjectival usage with the same meaning.
率直 means frank or straightforward in a positive, honest way, whereas 露骨 often implies a negative lack of tact or subtlety.
率直 describes honest, straightforward communication and is usually positive, while あからさま often implies bluntness or a lack of tact.
率直 focuses on frankness in speech or opinion, whereas まっすぐ describes a person's whole character as direct and honest.
率直 is a more formal, neutral word for being frank or candid, while ずばり carries a punchy, on-the-mark nuance often used in casual speech.