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straightforward explanation

[/ˌstreɪtˈfɔrwərd ˌɛkspləˈneɪʃən/]
noun phrasepl: straightforward explanations
explicação clara e direta
1. A clear, direct, and easy-to-understand explanation without complexity or ambiguity
The teacher provided a straightforward explanation of the math concept.
A professora forneceu uma explicação clara e direta do conceito matemático.
2. An explanation that is honest and candid, without hidden meanings or complications
He gave a straightforward explanation for why he was late.
Ele deu uma explicação clara e honesta sobre por que chegou atrasado.
NYC Slang
straight-up explanation; no-BS explanation
Synonyms
clear explanationsimple explanationdirect explanationplain explanationlucid explanation
Antonyms
convoluted explanationcomplicated explanationvague explanationobscure explanationconfusing explanation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
explicação clara e direta
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
explicação clara e objetiva
Preference for 'objetiva' (objective) in business contexts
Portugal
explicação clara e directa
Uses 'directa' spelling; equivalent to Brazilian usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

plain and simple
no beating around the bush
cut to the chase
straight to the point
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