einfach
simple · easy
Etwas, das nicht schwierig ist und leicht verstanden oder gemacht werden kann.
The German word "einfach" is an adjective that means "simple" or "easy". It is made up of two parts: "ein" which means "one" or "single", and "fach" which means "fold" or "compartment". Together they convey the idea of something uncomplicated or straightforward.
Similar words in German include:
- simpel - simple
- leicht - easy
- schlicht - plain
Differences:
- simpel: Generally carries the same meaning as "einfach", although it can sometimes have a connotation of oversimplified or lacking sophistication.
- leicht: Tends to emphasize the ease with which something can be done, rather than the simplicity of its structure.
- schlicht: Implies plainness and lack of ornamentation, often used to describe style or design rather than complexity or difficulty.
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Examples
Die Aufgabe ist ganz einfach.adjective
The task is quite simple.
Das Problem ist einfach zu lösen.adverb
The problem is simple to solve.
Die Übung war sehr einfach zu lösen.adjective
The exercise was very easy to solve.
Das Buch war ganz einfach zu lesen.adverb
The book was quite easy to read.
Manchmal wirkt alles ganz einfach.adjective
Sometimes everything seems quite simple.
Der Test war einfach und kurz.adjective
The test was simple and short.
Die Regeln sind wirklich einfach.adjective
The rules are really simple.
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