Englanti

simplicity

gb/sɪmplˈɪsɪti/ us/sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
B1 Englanti
~ 3200
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Substantiivi B1 property
1

Ease of understanding or doing

When something is easy to understand or do.

Käyttömalli: the simplicity of [something]
Tyypillinen virhe:
Learners sometimes confuse 'simplicity' with 'simple', using 'simple' where the noun form is needed.
Synonyymit
clarity (Focuses more on being clear rather than easy.) | plainness (Emphasizes lack of complexity, sometimes with a negative tone.)
Antonyymit
complexity (Opposite in meaning; refers to being complicated or difficult to understand.)
Kollokaatiot
simplicity of design |simplicity of use |beauty in simplicity |simplicity itself
Teemat
daily life |communication |education |core_vocabulary
Esimerkit
  • 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.
Oppijaesimerkit
  • The game has simplicity and is fun.
  • I like the simplicity of this phone.
  • The rules have great simplicity.
Substantiivi B2 property
2

Plainness or lack of luxury

A way of living or style that is plain and not full of extra things.

Käyttömalli: live in simplicity
Synonyymit
frugality (Emphasizes careful use of money rather than plainness itself.) | austerity (Implies strictness and self-denial, often stronger than simplicity.)
Antonyymit
luxury (Refers to great comfort and expensive things, opposite of plain living.)
Kollokaatiot
live in simplicity |choose simplicity |simplicity of lifestyle
Teemat
lifestyle |values |daily_life |core_vocabulary
Esimerkit
  • 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.
Oppijaesimerkit
  • He lives in simplicity in the countryside.
  • I like the simplicity of her home.
  • They enjoy a life of simplicity.
Substantiivi B2 property
3

Naturalness and sincerity

When someone is honest and natural, not trying to impress others.

Synonyymit
genuineness (Focuses on truthfulness and authenticity.) | humility (Emphasizes modesty rather than naturalness.)
Antonyymit
pretentiousness (The quality of trying to seem more important or impressive than you are.)
Kollokaatiot
childlike simplicity |simplicity of character
Teemat
personality |values |emotions |communication |core_vocabulary
Esimerkit
  • 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.
Oppijaesimerkit
  • I like her simplicity and kindness.
  • His simplicity makes him friendly.
  • She talks with simplicity and honesty.
Kielioppi
Sanakirjamuoto
simplicity
IPA
GB/sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
US/sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
Tavut ja painotus
sim - pli - city (3 tavua)
Stress on 2nd syllable (pli)
Taivutusmuodot
Noun
  • Base: simplicity
  • Plural: simplicities, simplicity
Sanaperhe
Forms
simplicities noun
Core family
simple adjective A1 simply adverb A2 simplify verb B1
Related words
simplification noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
complex adjective B1 complexity noun B2
Advanced or less common
simplistic adjective C1 oversimplify verb oversimplification noun
Ilmaukset

beauty in simplicity

1
/bjˈuti ˈɪn sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
fixed phrase

Plain things can be beautiful

The idea that simple things can be beautiful.

Esimerkit
  • 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.

Esimerkit
  • He spoke in all simplicity about his mistakes.
  • She explained the plan in all simplicity.

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