A2 adjective Neutre #451 le plus courant

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.

Exemples

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1

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.

Famille de mots

Nom
simplicity
Verb
simplify
Adverbe
simply
Adjectif
simple
Apparenté
simplification
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Astuce mémo

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

Quiz rapide

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

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : simple

Exemples

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.

Famille de mots

Nom
simplicity
Verb
simplify
Adverbe
simply
Adjectif
simple
Apparenté
simplification

Collocations courantes

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

Phrases Courantes

Pure and simple

nothing else but

Simple as that

it is very easy or clear

Keep it simple

do not make something complicated

Souvent confondu avec

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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Notes d'usage

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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Erreurs courantes

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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Astuce mémo

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

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Origine du mot

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

Modèles grammaticaux

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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Contexte culturel

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

Quiz rapide

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

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : simple

Mots lis

exarchness

C1

The state or quality of being an exarch, specifically referring to the authoritative status or regional jurisdiction of a deputy ruler or high-ranking ecclesiastical official. It describes the inherent power and dignity associated with governing a province or diocese on behalf of a higher sovereign.

perihumer

C1

A technical term referring to the anatomical region or specific tissue structures immediately surrounding the humerus bone in the upper arm. It is primarily used in orthopedic medicine and physical therapy to describe areas of concern during surgery, injury assessment, or prosthetic fitting.

microfluship

C1

A precise, automated release of a minimal amount of fluid or data used to clear a micro-system or reset high-sensitivity sensors. It is typically employed in microfluidic engineering and advanced computing to prevent sediment buildup or signal noise.

antiponness

C1

The quality or state of being opposed to or averse to hard labor, toil, or physical exertion. It describes a deep-seated resistance to performing arduous tasks, often found in philosophical or psychological discussions about the nature of work.

forenumerary

C1

Describes something that pertains to an initial or preliminary counting or listing that occurs before the main enumeration. It is typically used in administrative, historical, or technical contexts to refer to items or individuals recorded ahead of a final official tally.

detangite

C1

To separate components, strands, or ideas that have become intricately intertwined or knotted. It is most frequently used in formal or technical contexts to describe the process of unravelling a complex situation, data set, or physical structure.

unitangine

C1

Describing a process or system that operates through a single point of contact or a singular, unbranching focus. It is often used in technical or analytical contexts to denote a direct and isolated interaction between two entities.

enjectment

C1

Ejectment is a legal action or remedy brought by a person who claims title to real property to recover possession of that property. It is primarily used to remove a tenant or squatter who is wrongfully occupying the land and to settle disputes regarding the rightful owner's title.

invertite

C1

Describing something that has been reversed in position, order, or nature, or turned upside down. It is a highly specialized or archaic term used primarily in technical, historical, or biological contexts to denote a state of inversion.

malteghood

C1

Describing a state marked by deep-seated communal loyalty and historical resilience. It refers to qualities or behaviors that prioritize the preservation of a group's collective identity and shared fortitude above individual interests.

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