1.
obedient, meek, docile
Willing to follow instructions or accept guidance without resistance.
2.
honest, straightforward, frank
Expressing feelings honestly without hiding them.
素直 describes someone who is obedient, honest, or straightforward in their behavior or expression.
Forms:
- 素直な + noun: 素直な子 (an obedient child)
- 素直に + verb: 素直に従う (to obey willingly)
Common collocations:
- 素直に謝る (to apologize honestly)
- 素直に喜ぶ (to be honestly happy)
- 素直な気持ち (honest feelings)
- 素直な性格 (obedient/honest personality)
Nuances:
- Can be positive (honest, open) or neutral (obedient)
- 素直じゃない = stubborn, unwilling to be honest