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simple

Meaning of simple

not complex

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British English/ˈsɪmpəl/
American English/ˈsɪmpəl/
Russian transcription[prɐˈstoj]
simple
simple - простой
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simple with Russian translation

simple usage examples

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

Держите аксессуары простой формы, чтобы не загромождать пространство.

Keep the accessories simple to avoid clutter.

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

Мне нравится простой дизайн этой лампы на столе.

I like the simple design of this lamp on the table.

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simple belongs to the topic "Accessories". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

simpleпростой
shirtрубашка
skirtюбка
pantsбрюки
trousersбрюки
jeansджинсы
shortsшорты

simple synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between simple / plain / uncomplicated / easy / ordinary / basic

🇬🇧English
simple

basic, not complicated or decorated (general use)

A1Very Often

The room has a simple design with few decorations.

Комната оформлена просто, с минимумом украшений.

🇬🇧English

unadorned or clear; can imply lack of style

A2Often

She prefers plain tableware for everyday use.

Она предпочитает простую (plain) посуду на каждый день.

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🇬🇧English
uncomplicated

emphasizes lack of complexity or difficulty

A2Rarely

The lamp has an uncomplicated shape that fits many rooms.

У лампы незатейливая (uncomplicated) форма, подходящая для многих комнат.

🇬🇧English

focuses on lack of difficulty rather than appearance

A1Very Often

The sofa is easy to clean.

Диван легко (easy) чистится.

🇬🇧English

common or unremarkable rather than deliberately simple

A2Often

It was just an ordinary lamp, nothing special.

Это была просто обычная (ordinary) лампа, ничего особенного.

🇬🇧English

fundamental or minimal in features; also describes low complexity

A1Very Often

They sell basic kitchen accessories for students.

Они продают базовые (basic) кухонные аксессуары для студентов.

🇬🇧English

emphasizes extreme reduction or minimal ornamentation (design term)

B1Often

They prefer a minimal interior with white walls and clean lines.

Они предпочитают минималистичный (minimal) интерьер с белыми стенами и чистыми линиями.

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🇬🇧English
unadorned

without decoration or ornamentation; somewhat formal/literary

B2Rarely

The unadorned wooden table fits the rustic kitchen.

Неукрашенный (unadorned) деревянный стол вписывается в деревенскую кухню.

🇬🇧English

subtle and restrained rather than simply plain; often positive in style contexts

B2Rarely

Her decor is understated and elegant.

Её декор сдержанный (understated) и элегантный.

🇬🇧English

basic or fundamental; often used about ideas or knowledge rather than style

A2Often

The solution is elementary once you see the pattern.

Решение элементарно (elementary), когда видишь закономерность.

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How to pronounce simple and what this word means

simple translation: простой. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce simple

/ˈsɪmpəl/

simple translation

простой

simple examples

Keep the accessories simple to avoid clutter.

simple transcription

/ˈsɪmpəl/, /ˈsɪmpəl/

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simple meaning: what does it mean?

not complex

simple pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

simple is pronounced as /ˈsɪmpəl/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

simple definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

Keep the accessories simple to avoid clutter. Translation: Держите аксессуары простой формы, чтобы не загромождать пространство.

Is simple part of Accessories vocabulary?

Yes, simple (простой) can be learned in the Accessories topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is simple part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?

Yes, simple (простой) can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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