eerlijk — meaning in English
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English meaning
- candid adj Honest and direct, even when the truth might be uncomfortable.
- directly adv In a straight line or straightforward manner, without detour.
- fair adj Treating people equally and reasonably; just.
- frank adj Honest and direct, even if the truth is blunt or uncomfortable.
- honest adj Telling the truth and not inclined to lie, cheat, or steal.
- just adj Fair, morally right, and reasonable.
- straightforward adjective Simple and easy to understand or do, without unnecessary complication.
Senses
eerlijk is used for these senses in English:
- above board (idiomatic) Honestly, reputably.
- candid Straightforward, open and sincere.
- directly Straightforwardly; honestly.
- fair Just, equitable.
- frank Honest, especially in a manner that seems slightly blunt; candid; not reserved or disguised.
- honest (of a person or institution) Scrupulous with regard to telling the truth; not given to swindling, lying, or fraud; upright.
- just Factually right, correct; factual.
- straightforward (figurative) Direct; forthright; frank; sincere.
candid — full definition
- adj Honest and direct, even when the truth might be uncomfortable.
- adj Natural and unposed, especially describing a photograph.
- noun A photo taken without the subject posing.
directly — full definition
- adv In a straight line or straightforward manner, without detour.
- adv Without anyone or anything else involved.
- adv Immediately or very soon.
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