Korean

하다

솔직하다
Meaning: to be honest; to be frank; to be straightforward
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Handwriting

率
直

Example sentences

I opened up my heart honestly to my friend.
그는 자신의 실수를 솔직하게 시인했다。
He frankly admitted his mistake.
그는 체면을 벗어던지고 솔직하게 자신의 감정을 털어놓았다.
He cast off his dignity and honestly confessed his feelings.
그는 성격이 꾸밈없고 솔직해서 인기가 많다.
He is popular because his personality is unadorned and honest.
그는 자신의 생각을 꾸밈없이 솔직하게 말했다.
He spoke his thoughts plainly and honestly.
나는 친구에게 요즘 고민을 솔직하게 얘기했다.
I honestly told a friend about my recent worries.
자신의 감정을 솔직하게 표현하는 것이 중요하다.
It is important to express one's emotions honestly.
솔직하게 말하는 게 정말 너다워.
It is really like you to speak honestly.

Usage Notes

Describes being truthful and open without hiding anything.

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