ずばり

Frequency rank: 25,547. – 25,727. (for form ズバリ: 22,912. – 23,054.)

adverb (fukushi); adverb taking the 'to' particle

decisively; decidedly; boldly; once and for all; unreservedly; franklyonomatopoeic or mimetic word
precisely; exactlyonomatopoeic or mimetic word

Forms

ずばりFrequency rank: 25,547. – 25,727.
ズバリFrequency rank: 22,912. – 23,054.

Generated definitions (experimental)

decisively; decidedly; boldly; once and for all; unreservedly; frankly

This meaning is used to describe a manner of speaking or acting that is direct and without hesitation, often conveying certainty or clarity in one's intention.

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He said it boldly.

、。

Frankly, this is my opinion.

precisely; exactly

This usage indicates a high degree of accuracy or correctness regarding a statement or description. It is often used to emphasize that something is right on point or without error.

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That calculation is exactly correct.

でし。

His explanation was precise.

Generated collocations (experimental)

to say decisivelyto answer franklyto point out decisivelyto decide once and for allto state unreservedlyto hit the nail on the headto assert boldlyto say it clearly and decisivelyto speak the truth precisely、きごう？So, what is your opinion exactly?

Example sentences

5 results

1. 、。

I recommend giving it to them straight, don't waffle your way around the subject.

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2. 。

His remark hit home.

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3. 。

I found the very thing you had been looking for.

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4. 、じょうんずジョーンズ。

Instead of beating around the bush, Jones got straight to the point.

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5. 。

His remarks on the subject are much to the point.

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