Simplement (en. Simply)

/sɛ̃.plə.mɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
In a simple manner, without seeking or complication.
He simply explained his ideas.
Il a simplement expliqué ses idées.
Used to express an obviousness or to reduce a complexity.
It is simply the best solution.
C'est simplement la meilleure solution.
Employed to soften a statement.
I am simply tired today.
Je suis simplement fatigué aujourd'hui.

Etymology

The word 'simply' comes from the Latin 'simple', with the addition of the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

simply amazing
In a way that goes beyond understanding, astonishing.
simplement incroyable
simply perfect
Completely satisfactory, flawless.
simplement parfait
simply the best
The best without any hesitation.
simplement le meilleur

Related Words

simple
Which involves no complexity.
simple
simplicity
Quality of what is simple.
simplesse
simplicity
State or quality of what is simple or easy to understand.
simplicité

Slang Meanings

Just
It's just a matter of time.
C'est juste une question de temps.
Nothing more
It's nothing more than hot air.
C'est rien de plus que du vent.