1. A direct, honest, and candid way of speaking or behaving without concealment or pretense
She spoke to him in a frank manner about her concerns.
Ela falou com ele de maneira franca sobre suas preocupações.
2. Communication style characterized by openness and sincerity, often without diplomatic softening
In a frank manner, he admitted his mistakes.
De maneira franca, ele admitiu seus erros.