Simplicité (en. Simplicity)
/sɛ̃.plɪ.si.te/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
State of what is simple, easy to understand.
The simplicity of his explanation helped everyone understand.
La simplicité de son explication a aidé tout le monde à comprendre.
Nature of someone who is altruistic and unpretentious.
His simplicity made him very endearing.
Sa simplicité le rendait très attachant.
Non-complex way of life, often associated with lightness.
Choosing simplicity in life can bring more happiness.
Choisir la simplicité dans sa vie peut apporter plus de bonheur.
Etymology
Comes from the Latin 'simplicitas', which means 'simplicity' or 'naivety'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication
It is about the value of simplicity in design.
La simplicité est la sophistication suprême
Voluntary simplicity
Deliberate choice to lead a simple and unexcessive life.
Simplicité volontaire
The beauty of simplicity
The idea that simple things can be beautiful and enjoyable.
La beauté de la simplicité
Related Words
simple
Which is not complicated; easy to understand.
simple
simplify
To make something simpler or easier.
simplifier
simplicity
Character of what is simple.
simpliciter
Slang Meanings
Simplicity of mind
He has a simplicity of mind that makes him very approachable.
Il a une simplicité d'esprit qui le rend très approachable.
Being simple
She is always 'simple', which is refreshing.
Elle est toujours 'simple', ce qui est rafraîchissant.