Payak (en. Simple)

/ˈpa.jak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Uncomplicated; easy to understand.
His explanation is simple and easy to understand.
Ang kanyang paliwanag ay payak at madaling maintindihan.
Not difficult; singular form.
The house design is simple and closer to nature.
Ang disenyo ng bahay ay payak at mas malapit sa kalikasan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

simple life
A life without luxury and not extravagant.
payak na buhay

Related Words

translation
The process of expressing an idea in a simpler way.
pagsasalin

Slang Meanings

simple or basic
Life is simple; you can make it as long as you work hard.
Payak lang ang buhay, kayang-kaya basta may sipag.
no frills or extras
I like simple decorations; I don't like anything flashy.
Mahilig ako sa payak na dekorasyon, hindi ko gusto ang magarbo.
down-to-earth
He's such a simple person; he's easy to approach.
Sobrang payak ng tao, hindi siya mahirap lapitan.