plain in French
plain in French is simple, simple texte, uni — plain means simple and without decoration or extra features.
plain in French
simple
Ordinary; lacking adornment or ornamentation; unembellished. [from 14th c.]
simple texte
(computing) Containing no extended or nonprinting characters (especially in plain text). [from 20th c.]
uni
Of just one colour; lacking a pattern.
nature
Evident to one's senses or reason; manifest, clear, unmistakable. [from 14th c.]
plaine
An expanse of land with relatively low relief and few trees, especially a grassy expanse.
What does "plain" mean?
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adj Simple and without decoration or extra features.
"She wore a plain white dress to the interview."
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adj Clear and obvious.
"It was plain from her expression that she disagreed."
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adj Honest and direct in manner or speech.
"He gave us his plain opinion without sugarcoating it."
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noun A large area of flat land.
"Herds of bison once roamed the great plains."
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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.
- It was plain that the old bridge could not bear much more weight.
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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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