歯に衣着せぬ

はにきぬきせぬ
Alternative writings: 歯に衣きせぬ, 歯にきぬ着せぬ, 歯に絹着せぬ
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An idiom meaning outspoken or blunt; speaking without softening the truth or showing restraint.

ExpressionNoun or Verb Acting PrenominallyIdiomatic Expression

Examples

彼女は歯に衣着せぬ物言いで、会議ではいつも核心を突く。

She is blunt and always gets to the point in meetings.

上司は歯に衣着せぬ批評をするので、時々部下は傷つくこともある。

The boss criticizes bluntly, so subordinates are sometimes hurt.

あのコメンテーターは歯に衣着せぬ意見で知られている。

That commentator is known for his forthright opinions.

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