素直

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 素直 is read すなお.
• Basic usage: It is a na-adjective describing honest, straightforward behavior or a willingness to accept something without resistance.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Modifying an action
  • In 素直に謝る, に turns it into an adverb modifying the action.
• An accepting attitude
  • 素直に受け入れる describes accepting an explanation or advice without resistance.