simple in Dutch
simple in Dutch is achterlijk, simpel, eenvoudig — simple means easy to understand or do; not complicated.
simple in Dutch
achterlijk
(now, colloquial, euphemism) Feeble-minded; foolish.
simpel
(now, colloquial, euphemism) Feeble-minded; foolish.
eenvoudig
(heading, technical) Structurally uncomplicated.
simpel
(heading, technical) Structurally uncomplicated.
What does "simple" mean?
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adj Easy to understand or do; not complicated.
"The instructions were simple enough for a child to follow."
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adj Plain, with no extra decoration or fuss.
"She wore a simple black dress to the funeral."
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adj Honest and straightforward, without any hidden agenda; sometimes, unflatteringly, naive or slow-witted.
"He's a simple, good-hearted man who trusts everyone."
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noun A medicinal herb, or a remedy made from just one plant (an older, mostly historical use).
"The apothecary kept a garden of simples for making tinctures."
simple in a sentence
- The instructions were simple enough for a child to follow.
- It's a simple fix — just restart the router.
- She wore a simple black dress to the funeral.
- He's a simple, good-hearted man who trusts everyone.
Similar words in Dutch
Common Dutch translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "simple" in Dutch?
"simple" in Dutch is achterlijk, simpel, eenvoudig. simple means: Easy to understand or do; not complicated.
How do you use "simple" in a sentence?
Example: "The instructions were simple enough for a child to follow." In Dutch, "simple" is achterlijk, simpel, eenvoudig.
Are there other ways to say "simple" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "simple": achterlijk, simpel, eenvoudig.
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