plain dealing: meaning & examples
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Meanings:
- Honest, straightforward, and fair conduct in transactions or interpersonal dealings.
- A manner of dealing characterized by candor, simplicity, and lack of guile.
Examples
BetaIn all our transactions, we insist on plain dealing to build trust with our clients.
En todas nuestras transacciones, insistimos en un trato claro para generar confianza con nuestros clientes.
She practiced plain dealing throughout the negotiation, which impressed everyone involved.
Ella practicó un trato franco durante toda la negociación, lo que impresionó a todos los involucrados.
If plain dealing is followed, disputes are less likely to arise between partners.
Si se sigue un trato honesto, es menos probable que surjan disputas entre socios.
- An expression denoting plainspoken honesty or blunt frankness in speech or behavior.
Examples
BetaI appreciate his plain dealing; he always tells me exactly what he thinks without sugarcoating.
Aprecio su franqueza; siempre me dice exactamente lo que piensa sin endulzar las cosas.
During the meeting, Jane's plain dealing made it clear where the company stood on the issue.
Durante la reunión, la franqueza de Jane dejó claro cuál era la posición de la empresa sobre el tema.
You have to admire the plain dealing in his speech; there’s no hidden agenda.
Hay que admirar la franqueza en su discurso; no hay agenda oculta.
Examples:
- EN: I was a harum-scarum, reckless sort of lad, but I was always honest and plain dealing as well.ES: Yo era un chico temerario, imprudente, pero siempre fui honrado y de trato claro asimismo.
- EN: You know I prefer plain speaking and plain dealing, as you do.ES: Creía que ya sabías que prefiero hablar y negociar abiertamente, Patrick, justo como tú.
- EN: In this, though I cannot be said to be a flattering honest man, it must not be denied but, I am a plain dealing villain.ES: Por ello, aunque no pueda decirse que soy un hombre halagador y honesto, no negaré ser un ser un villano franco.
- EN: I like that you're plain dealing.ID: Aku suka rencanamu.
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