simplicity
gb/sɪmplˈɪsɪti/ us/sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
B1
Engelsk
~ 3200
Betydninger
0 betydninger
Navneord
B1
property
1
Ease of understanding or doing
When something is easy to understand or do.
Brugsmønster:
the simplicity of [something]
Typisk fejl:
Learners sometimes confuse 'simplicity' with 'simple', using 'simple' where the noun form is needed.
Synonymer
clarity (Focuses more on being clear rather than easy.)
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plainness (Emphasizes lack of complexity, sometimes with a negative tone.)
Antonymer
complexity (Opposite in meaning; refers to being complicated or difficult to understand.)
Ordforbindelser
simplicity of design
|simplicity of use
|beauty in simplicity
|simplicity itself
Temaer
daily life
|communication
|education
|core_vocabulary
Eksempler
- The simplicity of the instructions made the project much easier.
- I admire the simplicity of her writing style.
- This app is popular for its simplicity and speed.
Læringseksempler
- The game has simplicity and is fun.
- I like the simplicity of this phone.
- The rules have great simplicity.
Navneord
B2
property
2
Plainness or lack of luxury
A way of living or style that is plain and not full of extra things.
Brugsmønster:
live in simplicity
Synonymer
frugality (Emphasizes careful use of money rather than plainness itself.)
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austerity (Implies strictness and self-denial, often stronger than simplicity.)
Antonymer
luxury (Refers to great comfort and expensive things, opposite of plain living.)
Ordforbindelser
live in simplicity
|choose simplicity
|simplicity of lifestyle
Temaer
lifestyle
|values
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Eksempler
- They live in simplicity, growing their own food.
- The room's simplicity gave it a peaceful atmosphere.
- She chose simplicity over extravagance for her wedding.
Læringseksempler
- He lives in simplicity in the countryside.
- I like the simplicity of her home.
- They enjoy a life of simplicity.
Navneord
B2
property
3
Naturalness and sincerity
When someone is honest and natural, not trying to impress others.
Synonymer
genuineness (Focuses on truthfulness and authenticity.)
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humility (Emphasizes modesty rather than naturalness.)
Antonymer
pretentiousness (The quality of trying to seem more important or impressive than you are.)
Ordforbindelser
childlike simplicity
|simplicity of character
Temaer
personality
|values
|emotions
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Eksempler
- I was touched by the simplicity of his words.
- Her simplicity makes her easy to talk to.
- There was a simplicity in his manner that everyone liked.
Læringseksempler
- I like her simplicity and kindness.
- His simplicity makes him friendly.
- She talks with simplicity and honesty.
Grammatik
Opslagsform
simplicity
IPA
GB/sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
US/sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
Stavelser og tryk
sim - pli - city (3 stavelser)
Stress on 2nd syllable (pli)
Ordformer
Noun
- Base: simplicity
- Plural: simplicities, simplicity
Ordfamilie
Forms
simplicities
noun
Related words
simplification
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
complex
adjective B1
complexity
noun B2
Advanced or less common
Udtryk
beauty in simplicity
1/bjˈuti ˈɪn sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
fixed phrase
Plain things can be beautiful
The idea that simple things can be beautiful.
Eksempler
- Her dress showed the beauty in simplicity.
- This design proves there is beauty in simplicity.
in all simplicity
1/ˈɪn ˈɔl sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
fixed phrase
In a straightforward way
In a very honest and straightforward way, without trying to hide anything.
Eksempler
- He spoke in all simplicity about his mistakes.
- She explained the plan in all simplicity.