ehrlich
Translation
honest, sincere, frank
Examples
Er ist ein ehrlicher Mensch.
He is an honest person.
Ehrlich gesagt, das gefällt mir nicht.
To be honest, I don't like that.
Sei bitte ehrlich zu mir.
Please be honest with me.
Grammar Patterns
to be honest with ((sb.)) to tell someone the truth Please be honest with me.
to be honest (adverbial phrase) speaking frankly To be honest, I don't like it.
Similar Words
Synonyms: aufrichtig (sincere), offen (open); Antonyms: unehrlich (dishonest), verlogen (deceitful)
Etymology
Derived from 'Ehre' (honour). The idea is that someone who has honour is honest.
Memory Tips
Connect it to the word 'Ehre' (honour). An honourable person is an 'ehrlich' person.