direct

• Describe algo que va de un punto a otro sin desvíos ni paradas, o a una persona que es honesta y dice lo que piensa sin rodeos.

Describes something that goes straight from one point to another without stopping or changing direction; also used to describe a person who is honest and says what they mean.

1. Straight or without deviationA2formal

   Going from one point to another without turning or stopping.

   directo

   • We took a direct flight to Paris.
   • This is the most direct route to the city center.
   • She gave me direct instructions on how to proceed.

   Sinónimosexpressnonstopstraightthroughundeviatingunswerving

   Antónimoscircuitouscrookeddeviousindirectroundaboutwinding

2. Honest and straightforwardB1formal

   Saying exactly what you mean without hiding anything.

   Directo y sincero

   • He is known for his direct manner of speaking.
   • She gave a direct answer to the question.
   • I appreciate your direct feedback on my work.

   Sinónimosbluntcandidforthrightfrankhonestopenoutspokenplainspokensincerestraightforwardunequivocal

   Antónimosdeceitfuldishonestevasiveguardedindirectinsinceresecretive

3. Immediate or without intermediariesB1formal

   Involving no other people, steps, or processes in between.

   Directo, sin intermediarios

   • He has direct contact with the CEO.
   • The company sells its products through direct sales.
   • There is a direct link between smoking and lung cancer.

   Sinónimosface-to-facefirsthandimmediatenonstoppersonalstraightuninterruptedunmediated

   Antónimosdeviousindirectmediatedroundabout

• Adverbio que significa 'sin interrupción' o 'en línea recta'. Se usa para describir una acción realizada sin intermediarios ni rodeos. La forma coincide con el adjetivo y no toma la terminación -ly.

An adverb meaning 'without interruption' or 'in a straight line.' It is used to describe an action performed without intermediaries or detours. The form is identical to the adjective and does not take the -ly ending.

1. Without stopping or changing directionA2formal

   In a straight line or without any intermediate stops.

   directamente

   • The flight goes direct from London to New York.
   • She drove direct to the hospital after the accident.
   • Please send the package direct to my office address.

   Sinónimosnonstopstraight

   Antónimosindirectly

2. Without intermediariesB1formal

   In a way that involves no other people, steps, or processes.

   directamente (sin intermediarios)

   • You can contact the manager direct if you have any issues.
   • The artist sells his paintings direct to the public.
   • I prefer to buy direct from the manufacturer.

   Sinónimosfirsthandimmediatelystraight

   Antónimosindirectly

• Verbo que se usa para denotar la acción de gestionar, guiar o controlar las acciones o el curso de algo o alguien, así como para dar instrucciones o indicaciones sobre cómo proceder.

A verb used to indicate the act of managing, guiding, or controlling the actions or course of something or someone.

1. Give instructions or ordersB1formal

   To tell someone what to do in an authoritative manner.

   Ordenar, mandar

   • The manager directed the team to complete the report by Friday.
   • She directed the students to sit down and be quiet.
   • He directed his assistant to schedule a meeting.

   Sinónimosbidchargecommandenjoininstructorderrequiretell

   Antónimoscomplyfollowobey

2. Show the wayA2formal

   To tell or show someone how to get to a place.

   indicar el camino

   • Can you direct me to the nearest subway station?
   • The sign directed us to the exit.
   • She directed the tourists towards the museum.

   Sinónimosconductescortguideindicateleadpointshowsteerusher

   Antónimosmislead

3. Manage or superviseB2formal

   To be in charge of an activity, organization, or project.

   dirigir

   • He directs the research department at the university.
   • She directed the entire marketing campaign.
   • The committee is directed by an experienced chairman.

   Sinónimosadministerconductcontrolgovernheadleadmanageoverseerunsupervise

   Antónimosfollowobeyservesubmityield

4. Aim or pointB1formal

   To aim something (like a weapon, attention, or effort) at a specific target.

   dirigir, apuntar

   • He directed the flashlight towards the dark corner.
   • The teacher directed her attention to the student's question.
   • They directed all their efforts towards winning the competition.

   Sinónimosaimfocuslevelpointtargettrainturn

   Antónimosdistractdivert