Meaning 1neutral; can sound dismissive in some uses · 82%
So simple and uncomplicated that it is easy to understand or manage.
Natural examples
Die Anleitung erklärt den Aufbau in drei simplen Schritten.
The guide explains the setup in three simple steps.
Wir brauchen eine simple Lösung für das Problem.
We need a simple solution to the problem.
Das Rezept ist simpel und braucht nur wenige Zutaten.
The recipe is simple and needs only a few ingredients.
Usage note
Simpel can mean straightforward, though some senses are derogatory; use it carefully.
Mini-lesson: simpel
So simple and uncomplicated that it is easy to understand or manage. Simpel can mean straightforward, though some senses are derogatory; use it carefully.
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