simple
/ˈsɪmpəl/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #837 in the learning path
简单的；容易的
Definitions
adj. Easy to understand or do; not complicated.
简单的；容易的
adj. Plain and without unnecessary decoration or extra features.
朴素的；不加修饰的
Example
This simple recipe takes just ten minutes to prepare.
这道简单的菜只需十分钟就能做好。
Schools should provide simple instructions so that all students can complete classroom tasks independently.
学校应提供简单易懂的说明，让所有学生都能独立完成课堂任务。
Collocations
- simple solution
- simple instructions
- keep it simple
Word family
- simply (adv.)
- simplicity (n.)
- simplify (v.)
- simplification (n.)
Synonyms
- easy
- straightforward
- uncomplicated
Antonyms
- complicated
- complex
Usage tip
simple可指容易或朴素，不一定表示简陋。
FAQ
- What does simple mean?
- Easy to understand or do; not complicated. Plain and without unnecessary decoration or extra features.
- How is simple pronounced?
- UK /ˈsɪmpəl/, US /ˈsɪmpəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
