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straightforward counsel

[/ˌstreɪtˈfɔrwərd ˈkaʊnsəl/]
noun phrasepl: straightforward counsels
conselho direto/franco
1. Clear, honest, and direct advice given without evasion or hidden agendas
The lawyer provided straightforward counsel regarding the legal options available.
O advogado forneceu um conselho direto sobre as opções legais disponíveis.
2. Candid guidance that is easy to understand and without unnecessary complications
She appreciated his straightforward counsel about her career choices.
Ela apreciou seu conselho franco sobre suas escolhas de carreira.
NYC Slang
straight dope
Synonyms
direct advicefrank guidancehonest counselplain adviceclear direction
Antonyms
evasive counselambiguous adviceindirect guidancecryptic counselmisleading advice

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conselho direto/franco
Standard usage in business and legal contexts
São Paulo
conselho na lata
Informal colloquial variant meaning direct/blunt advice
Portugal
conselho direto
Formal and standard usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

call it like it is
lay it on the line
not beat around the bush
put cards on the table
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