direkten
Translation
direct, straight
Examples
Ich nehme den direkten Weg.
I'll take the direct route.
Er hat direkten Zugang zum Chef.
He has direct access to the boss.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + ((noun)) Used before a noun to describe it. Ich nehme den direkten Weg.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unmittelbar, geradeaus; Antonyms: indirekt
Etymology
From Latin 'directus' (straightened, guided). Cognate with English 'direct'.
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'direction'. A direct path has one clear direction.