Frankly: meaning, definitions and examples

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frankly

[ ˈfraŋkli ]

^{Context #1}

in conversation

used to express the speaker's view honestly and directly.

Synonyms

bluntly, candidly, honestly

Examples of usage

I'll be honest, frankly, I don't think it's a good idea.
Frankly, I don't care what they think.
She frankly admitted her mistake.

^{Context #2}

formal setting

used to introduce a statement that is surprising or that the speaker thinks other people may not like.

Synonyms

bluntly, candidly, honestly

Examples of usage

Frankly, I find his behavior unacceptable.
I must say, frankly, I was disappointed with the service.

Translations

Translations of the word "frankly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 francamente

🇮🇳 ईमानदारी से

🇩🇪 ehrlich gesagt

🇮🇩 terus terang

🇺🇦 щиро

🇵🇱 szczerze mówiąc

🇯🇵 率直に

🇫🇷 franchement

🇪🇸 francamente

🇹🇷 dürüstçe

🇰🇷 솔직히

🇸🇦 بصراحة

🇨🇿 upřímně

🇸🇰 úprimne

🇨🇳 坦率地

🇸🇮 iskreno

🇮🇸 hreinskilnislega

🇰🇿 ашығын айтқанда

🇬🇪 პირდაპირ

🇦🇿 səmimi

🇲🇽 francamente

Word origin

The word 'frankly' originated from the Middle English word 'frankely' meaning freely. It has been used in the English language since the 16th century. The adverb 'frankly' emphasizes honesty and directness in communication, often used to express the speaker's unreserved opinion.