What does complex mean?

Having many connected parts and being difficult to understand. A group of buildings used for related activities.

How is complex pronounced?

UK /ˈkɒmpleks/, US /kəmˈpleks/.

/ˈkɒmpleks/ · /kəmˈpleks/

CEFR level B1Topic ThinkingWord #2479 in the learning path

复杂的

adj. Having many connected parts and being difficult to understand.

复杂的

n. A group of buildings used for related activities.

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This recipe looks complex, but each step is simple.

这道食谱看起来复杂，但每一步都很简单。

Urban poverty is a complex issue that requires cooperation between governments, businesses and local communities.

城市贫困是一个复杂问题，需要政府、企业和当地社区共同合作。

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What does complex mean?: Having many connected parts and being difficult to understand. A group of buildings used for related activities.
How is complex pronounced?: UK /ˈkɒmpleks/, US /kəmˈpleks/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.