frankly — in an honest and direct way; used to express one's genuine opinion
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in an honest and direct way; used to express one's genuine opinion
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfræŋkli/
Korean meaning: 솔직히, 정직하게
Korean pronunciation: **프랭**클리
Example Sentences
- Frankly, your haircut looks like you stuck your finger in an electrical socket.
- I'm frankly amazed that you remembered my birthday this year.
- Frankly, I'd rather eat my homework than listen to another lecture.
frankly
ADVERB//ˈfræŋkli//
in an honest and direct way; used to express one's genuine opinion
He speaks frankly, even when the truth is hard to hear.
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Frankly, I stare blankly — the truth hits starkly.
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Origin
From Middle English 'frankly', derived from Old French 'franc' meaning 'free' or 'sincere', which comes from Frankish origins referring to the Franks, a Germanic people. The suffix '-ly' converts the adjective into an adverb.
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“Frankly, your haircut looks like you stuck your finger in an electrical socket.”
“I'm frankly amazed that you remembered my birthday this year.”
“Frankly, I'd rather eat my homework than listen to another lecture.”
“She spoke frankly about her struggles with the new job.”
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