straightforward
intermediateB2/ˈstreɪtˌfɔːr.wərd/ · straight-for-ward
Clear and easy to understand; direct in manner.
Meanings
Clear and easy to understand; direct in manner.
صاف اور سمجھنے میں آسان؛ سیدھے طور پر بیان کرنے والا۔
سیدھا سادا
seedha saada
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- straightforward approach
- straightforward answer
- straightforward explanation
Example Sentences
The instructions were straightforward and easy to follow.
ہدایات سیدھی اور سمجھنے میں آسان تھیں۔
Hidayaat seedhi aur samajhne mein aasan thin.
He gave a straightforward answer to the question.
اس نے سوال کا سیدھا جواب دیا۔
Us ne sawal ka seedha jawab diya.
Her explanation was straightforward, making it clear for everyone.
اس کی وضاحت سیدھی تھی، جس سے سب کے لیے واضح ہوگئی۔
Us ki wazahat seedhi thi, jis se sab ke liye wazeh hogayi.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of a straight path leading directly to a goal.
Visualize a straight road with no turns, signifying clarity and ease.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
کہا ہے میں نے سچائی کی راہ چلو، سیدھا سادا راستہ ہے سب کے لیے۔
Kaha hai maine sachai ki raah chalo, Seedha saada rasta hai sab ke liye.
I have said, walk the path of truth, It's a straightforward way for everyone.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
سیدھے راستے پر چلنا ہمیشہ بہتر ہے۔
Seedhay raste par chalna hamesha behtar hai.
Walking on the straight path is always better.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "strehtweard" — moving in a straight direction
First known use: 15th century
The word has evolved from its Old English roots, combining 'straight' and 'forward', to signify directness in manner and clarity.