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direct
/diʁɛkt/
straight, immediate, or without intermediaries
Il a pris le chemin direct pour arriver plus vite.
He took the direct route to arrive faster.
general
Straight or without deviation; going directly from one point to another.
Le vol direct pour Paris est à 8h.
The direct flight to Paris is at 8 AM.
Often used to describe routes, communication, or actions that are immediate and without detours.
general
Immediate or without intermediaries; dealing directly with someone or something.
Elle a contacté le directeur directement.
She contacted the director directly.
Used to emphasize a lack of intermediaries or intermediation.
general
Clear and straightforward; not vague or ambiguous.
Il a donné des instructions directes.
He gave direct instructions.
Often used to describe communication or instructions that are clear and unambiguous.
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Pro Tip
Adverb Usage
'Direct' can also function as an adverb, meaning 'directly' (e.g., 'Il est parti directement' = 'He left directly').
Gold Rule
Context Matters
The meaning of 'direct' can vary based on context—physical direction, communication, or clarity.
Word Origin
From Latin 'directus', past participle of 'dirigere' (to direct).
Usage Notes
In French, 'direct' can function as an adjective, adverb, or noun (e.g., 'en direct' meaning 'live').
Word Breakdown
dirigere
to direct
root-ct
past participle suffix
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