Faciles (en. Easy)
/fa.sil/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is simple to accomplish.
These exercises are very easy to understand.
Ces exercices sont très faciles à comprendre.
Which does not present difficulty.
It is an easy path to take.
C'est un chemin facile à emprunter.
Describes something that does not require particular talent.
It is an easy task for an experienced person.
C'est une tâche facile pour une personne expérimentée.
Which performs tasks without special effort.
She has an easy-going character and adapts quickly.
Elle a un caractère facile et s'adapte rapidement.
Etymology
From Latin 'facilis', meaning 'easy'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
as easy as pie
Extremely simple.
facile comme tout
to have an easy life
Living without worries or difficulties.
avoir la vie facile
to make things easy
To simplify a situation or task.
rendre les choses faciles
Related Words
ease
Character of what is easy.
facilité
easily
In an easy manner.
facilement
facilitator
A person who makes things easier.
facilitateur
Slang Meanings
Easy to have or obtain, often used in a pejorative context.
This exam was so easy, I'm not worried about it.
Cet examen était tellement facile, je ne m'en fais pas.
Describes a person who easily gives in to advances.
She is too easy, just give her a compliment.
Elle est trop facile, il suffit de lui faire un compliment.