B1 Collocation Neutral

Ir directo/a al tema

To go straight to the point

Meaning

To address the main subject directly without unnecessary preamble.

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Cultural Background

Directness is often valued in professional settings in Madrid. Often softened with 'Bueno, vamos...' before the phrase. Very direct, often used without preamble. Politeness is key; often used with 'por favor'.

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Be clear

Don't overthink the grammar.

Meaning

To address the main subject directly without unnecessary preamble.

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Be clear

Don't overthink the grammar.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Para ahorrar tiempo, vamos ________ al tema.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: directo

Directo functions as an adverbial here.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank B1

Para ahorrar tiempo, vamos ________ al tema.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: directo

Directo functions as an adverbial here.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Only if used without context.

Related Phrases

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Ir al grano

synonym

Get to the point

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