Kapayakan (en. Simplicity)

/ka.pa.ja.kan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
State of being simple or plain.
The simplicity of her art was evident in the simple lines and colors.
Ang kapayakan ng kanyang sining ay namutawi sa mga simpleng linya at kulay.
Lack of complication or ambiguity.
People often desire simplicity in their lives.
Kadalasang hinahangad ng mga tao ang kapayakan sa kanilang buhay.
Proper understanding of an idea or thing.
The simplicity of his explanation attracted many listeners.
Ang kapayakan ng kanyang paliwanag ay nakaakit ng maraming tagapakinig.

Etymology

From the word 'payak' meaning 'simple' or 'easy to understand.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

in simplicity
in being simple
sa kapayakan

Related Words

simple
'Payak' means simple or uncomplicated.
payak

Slang Meanings

Simplicity or no frills.
I like the simplicity of their home; they’re just happy and content.
Gusto ko yung kapayakan ng tahanan nila, basta masaya't masaya lang sila.
Lack of complexity in things.
His idea's simplicity is on point; it's easy to understand.
Tama ang kapayakan ng ideya niya, madaling intindihin.
Just chill, no pressure.
In this kind of simplicity, we're happier because there's no stress.
Sa ganitong kapayakan, mas masaya tayo kasi walang stress.