Japanese meaning of 単刀直入

Reading:
たんとうちょくにゅう (tantō chokunyū)

English Translation:

Straight to the point

Meaning & Cultural Context

Meaning:


Speaking directly and to the point without hesitation.

Cultural Context:


Often used in instructions, meaning to get straight to the point.

Grammar & Learning Points

Grammar Point

• Adverbial usage with “に入る.”

Trap for English Speakers

May be mistaken as physically entering with a sword.

Example

Basic Example

単刀直入に聞くけど、この案件は進めていい？

Let me get straight to the point—can we proceed with this project?


Applied Example

「単刀直入に言う。お前が必要だ。」

I’ll get straight to the point. I need you.