speaking candidly

speaking candidly

In all honesty; being totally truthful. Used to introduce an honest truth that is unpleasant to hear or difficult to accept. A: "What do you think of the plan, Mary?" B: "Speaking candidly, I think there are a number of issues with it that haven't been accounted for." Speaking candidly, this just isn't your strongest work.See also: speaking

speaking (quite) candidly

an expression introducing a frank or forthright statement. "speaking quite candidly, I find your behavior a bit offensive," stated Frank, obviously offended. Mary: Tell me what you really think about this skirt. Sally: speaking candidly, I think you should get your money back.See also: speaking