Llaneza (en. Simplicity)

/ʎaˈneθa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Quality of being plain, simple, or uncomplicated.
The simplicity in his speech made it easy for everyone to understand him clearly.
La llaneza en su discurso hizo que todos lo entendieran claramente.
Sincerity and transparency in actions or words.
His straightforwardness earned him the respect of his colleagues.
Su llaneza le ganó el respeto de sus colegas.

Etymology

Derived from the adjective 'llano', which means simple or flat.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to speak with simplicity
To speak in a simple and clear manner.
hablar con llaneza
to act with sincerity
To act in a sincere and straightforward way.
actuar con llaneza
simplicity as a virtue
The quality of being clear and sincere is positively valued.
la llaneza como virtud

Related Words

llano
That is flat or simple.
llano
simplicity
Quality of being simple or unadorned.
sencillez
frankness
Quality of being clear and direct.
franqueza

Slang Meanings

Refers to someone who does not complicate things.
That guy is straightforward; he always gets to the point.
Ese tipo es de llaneza, siempre va directo al grano.
A person who expresses themselves bluntly.
I like his straightforwardness; he is not afraid to say what he thinks.
Me gusta su llaneza, no tiene miedo de decir lo que piensa.