A2 adjective Neutral #451 más común

simple

/ˈsɪm.pəl/

Something that is easy to understand, do, or use because it is not complicated. It can also describe something that is plain and basic in style, without extra decoration.

Ejemplos

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This recipe is very simple to follow for beginners.

This recipe is very simple to follow for beginners.

2

The committee requests a simple explanation of the new policy.

The committee requests a simple explanation of the new policy.

3

It's a simple fix, so it should only take a minute.

It's a simple fix, so it should only take a minute.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
simplicity
Verb
simplify
Adverbio
simply
Adjetivo
simple
Relacionado
simplification
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Truco para recordar

Think of the 'SIM' in simple as standing for 'Single Idea Method'—just one easy way to do something.

Quiz rápido

The instructions were so ____ that even a child could understand them.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: simple

Ejemplos

1

This recipe is very simple to follow for beginners.

everyday

This recipe is very simple to follow for beginners.

2

The committee requests a simple explanation of the new policy.

formal

The committee requests a simple explanation of the new policy.

3

It's a simple fix, so it should only take a minute.

informal

It's a simple fix, so it should only take a minute.

4

The researchers sought a simple solution to the mathematical problem.

academic

The researchers sought a simple solution to the mathematical problem.

5

We need to keep the user interface simple for our clients.

business

We need to keep the user interface simple for our clients.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
simplicity
Verb
simplify
Adverbio
simply
Adjetivo
simple
Relacionado
simplification

Colocaciones comunes

simple task a basic or easy job
simple truth a fundamental or basic fact
simple logic reasoning that is easy to follow
simple life a way of living without many possessions or stress
simple majority winning by receiving more than half of the votes

Frases Comunes

Pure and simple

nothing else but

Simple as that

it is very easy or clear

Keep it simple

do not make something complicated

Se confunde a menudo con

simple vs Easy

Simple refers to the structure or lack of complexity, while easy refers to the low level of effort needed to complete a task.

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Notas de uso

Use simple to describe things that have few parts or are not elaborate. While often positive, calling a person 'simple' can sometimes be an insult implying they are not very intelligent.

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Errores comunes

Learners often use simple when they specifically mean easy. While they overlap, simple is better for describing designs or explanations, whereas easy is better for physical tasks.

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Truco para recordar

Think of the 'SIM' in simple as standing for 'Single Idea Method'—just one easy way to do something.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Latin word 'simplus', meaning 'plain' or 'uncompounded'.

Patrones gramaticales

Used before a noun (a simple plan) Used after linking verbs like 'be' or 'seem' (the game is simple) Followed by 'to' + infinitive (simple to use)
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Contexto cultural

In many English-speaking cultures, there is a strong movement toward 'simple living' or minimalism to counter modern stress.

Quiz rápido

The instructions were so ____ that even a child could understand them.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: simple

Palabras relacionadas

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

for

A1

Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.

not

A1

A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.

with

A1

A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.

he

A1

A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

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