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plain in French

plain in French is simple, simple texte, uni — plain means simple and without decoration or extra features.

plain in French

simple
adj
Ordinary; lacking adornment or ornamentation; unembellished. [from 14th c.]
simple texte
adj
(computing) Containing no extended or nonprinting characters (especially in plain text). [from 20th c.]
uni
adj
Of just one colour; lacking a pattern.
nature
adj
Evident to one's senses or reason; manifest, clear, unmistakable. [from 14th c.]
plaine
noun
An expanse of land with relatively low relief and few trees, especially a grassy expanse.

What does "plain" mean?

  1. adj Simple and without decoration or extra features.
    "She wore a plain white dress to the interview."
  2. adj Clear and obvious.
    "It was plain from her expression that she disagreed."
  3. adj Honest and direct in manner or speech.
    "He gave us his plain opinion without sugarcoating it."
  4. noun A large area of flat land.
    "Herds of bison once roamed the great plains."

plain in a sentence

  • She wore a plain white dress to the interview.
  • I'll just have a plain bagel, no toppings.
  • It was plain from her expression that she disagreed.
  • He gave us his plain opinion without sugarcoating it.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "plain" in French?

"plain" in French is simple, simple texte, uni. plain means: Simple and without decoration or extra features.

How do you use "plain" in a sentence?

Example: "She wore a plain white dress to the interview." In French, "plain" is simple, simple texte, uni.

Are there other ways to say "plain" in French?

Yes — French has 5 translations listed for "plain": simple, simple texte, uni, nature, plaine.

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