without preparation; off the cuff; abrupt
Describes doing something suddenly or without prior arrangement, often with a nuance of being thrown into a situation. Common in the phrase ぶっつけ本番 (performing without rehearsal).
See also: ぶっつけ本番
I was asked to give a speech on the spot, without any preparation.
It was an impromptu meeting, so I couldn't speak well.
Used for a manner or remark that is direct and without holding back, sometimes to the point of being blunt.
I was surprised by his blunt way of speaking.
To be frank, I think that plan is impossible.
Rare noun meaning the very beginning or outset of something. Mostly encountered in older or literary contexts.
Right from the start, we faced a difficult problem.
Usually written in kana; the kanji form 打っ付け is rare.
Rare kanji form; learners should use the kana spelling.
Derived from the verb 打っ付ける (ぶっつける, 'to hit against'), with the continuative form used as a noun/adjective. The exact semantic shift to 'abrupt' or 'unprepared' is uncertain.