Simple - translation, pronunciation and examples
simple
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When to use simple
Keep the accessories simple to avoid clutter.
I like the simple design of this lamp on the table.
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basic, not complicated or decorated (general use)
unadorned or clear; can imply lack of style
emphasizes lack of complexity or difficulty
focuses on lack of difficulty rather than appearance
common or unremarkable rather than deliberately simple
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What's the difference between simple / plain / uncomplicated / easy / ordinary / basic
basic, not complicated or decorated (general use)
The room has a simple design with few decorations.
Комната оформлена просто, с минимумом украшений.
She prefers plain tableware for everyday use.
Она предпочитает простую (plain) посуду на каждый день.
emphasizes lack of complexity or difficulty
The lamp has an uncomplicated shape that fits many rooms.
У лампы незатейливая (uncomplicated) форма, подходящая для многих комнат.
The sofa is easy to clean.
Диван легко (easy) чистится.
It was just an ordinary lamp, nothing special.
Это была просто обычная (ordinary) лампа, ничего особенного.
They sell basic kitchen accessories for students.
Они продают базовые (basic) кухонные аксессуары для студентов.
They prefer a minimal interior with white walls and clean lines.
Они предпочитают минималистичный (minimal) интерьер с белыми стенами и чистыми линиями.
without decoration or ornamentation; somewhat formal/literary
The unadorned wooden table fits the rustic kitchen.
Неукрашенный (unadorned) деревянный стол вписывается в деревенскую кухню.
subtle and restrained rather than simply plain; often positive in style contexts
Her decor is understated and elegant.
Её декор сдержанный (understated) и элегантный.
basic or fundamental; often used about ideas or knowledge rather than style
The solution is elementary once you see the pattern.
Решение элементарно (elementary), когда видишь закономерность.
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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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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