candid
US
/ˈkæn.dɪd/
UK
/ˈkæn.dɪd/
Meaning
Honest, direct, and open, especially when sharing opinions or information.
ईमानदार और सीधी बात करने वाला, बिना बात छिपाए।
Examples
“She gave me candid feedback about my presentation.”
“Let's have a candid conversation about the problem.”
“He spoke candidly about the mistake and explained how he would fix it.”
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Not natural: He was candid to me about his salary.
Better: He was candid with me about his salary.
Use 'candid with + person' when saying that someone speaks openly and honestly to another person.
किसी व्यक्ति से openly और honestly बात करने के लिए 'candid with + person' का प्रयोग किया जाता है।
Not natural: She gave a candid compliment because she wanted to hide what she really thought.
Better: She gave candid feedback because she honestly wanted to explain what she thought.
Candid describes honest and direct communication, not communication intended to hide a person's real opinion.
candid का मतलब honest और direct communication है; अपनी असली opinion छिपाने वाली बात candid नहीं होती।
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Candid is often used for honest feedback, opinions, or conversations.
ईमानदार और सीधी बात करने वाला, बिना बात छिपाए।