simple

Elementary

/ˈsɪm.pəl/

adjective
Easy to do or understand

simple in a sentence

  • “She explained the rules in a simple way.”
  • “The solution to the problem was relatively simple .”
  • “The answer is really quite simple .”
  • “There are three simple steps to follow.”

What does “simple” mean?

simple (adjective) means easy to do or understand. It is pronounced /ˈsɪm.pəl/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "simple" mean?
simple (adjective) means: Easy to do or understand
How do you pronounce "simple"?
"simple" is pronounced /ˈsɪm.pəl/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "simple" in a sentence?
Here is "simple" used in a sentence: She explained the rules in a simple way.

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