Definition
直接 (zhíjiē) is an adjective meaning 'direct, straightforward' — it describes something done without intermediate steps or detours. Unlike 立刻 (lìkè 'immediately'), which focuses on time, 直接 focuses on method or manner (e.g., going straight to the point). 干脆 (gāncuì) is more about a decisive, no-nonsense attitude in speech or action, while 痛快 (tòngkuài) emphasizes a frank, unreserved personality.
adjective
directimmediatestraightforward
Examples
- 直接。Nǐ kěyǐ zhí jiē lái zhǎo wǒ.You can come find me directly.
- 直接，。Zhège wèntí hěn zhí jiē, bùyòng xiǎng tài jiǔ.This question is straightforward, no need to think too long.
- 直接。Qǐng zhí jiē huídá wǒ de wèntí.Please answer my question directly.
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