Direction: In the following questions four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
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Villagers always call a spade a spade.
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- to speak in a straight forward manner
- to call someone a spade
- to speak ill about someone
- to speak about spades
Correct Option: A
call a spade a spade : to call exactly what you think without trying to hide your opinion
● Vinay is a person who calls a spade a spade and is fearless. The best option is to speak in a straight forward manner.