This is the 2844th most frequent French word.
directes
"Directes" means "direct" or "straightforward" in English, typically used as a feminine plural adjective.
In this sentence, 'directes' is an adjective describing the nature of the instructions (straightforward and clear).
Les instructions de l'enseignant étaient directes et faciles à suivre.
The teacher's instructions were direct and easy to follow.
Here, 'directes' describes the communications as being straightforward and immediate, without involving a third party.
Elle préfère les communications directes au lieu de passer par un intermédiaire.
She prefers direct communications instead of going through an intermediary.
In this example, 'directes' qualifies 'lignes' (lines), showing that they are straight and uncomplicated.