Simply - translation, pronunciation and examples
simply
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used to state that something is easy, plain, or only that — basic or without complication
often means 'only' or 'exactly/just now'; can be used like 'simply' for emphasis
formal-ish: emphasizes that something is small or only that and nothing more
emphasizes directness and lack of complication in manner or explanation
marks limitation or exclusivity; can sometimes translate as 'just'/'simply'
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What's the difference between simply / just / merely / straightforwardly / only / easily
used to state that something is easy, plain, or only that — basic or without complication
I simply don't understand.
Я просто не понимаю.
often means 'only' or 'exactly/just now'; can be used like 'simply' for emphasis
I'm just tired.
Я просто устал.
It's merely a suggestion.
Это всего лишь предложение.
emphasizes directness and lack of complication in manner or explanation
She explained it straightforwardly.
Она объяснила это просто и понятно.
marks limitation or exclusivity; can sometimes translate as 'just'/'simply'
I only wanted to help.
Я только хотел помочь.
She solved it easily.
Она решила это легко.
He spoke plainly about the problem.
Он говорил ясно о проблеме.
Basically, it's the same idea.
По сути, это та же идея.
emphasizes exclusivity or sole reason/quality; more like 'solely' than 'simply'
It's purely theoretical.
Это чисто теоретически.
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How to pronounce simply and what this word means
simply translation: просто. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce simply
/ˈsɪmpli/
simply translation
просто
simply examples
She dresses simply but elegantly.
simply transcription
/ˈsɪmpli/, /ˈsɪmpli/
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simply meaning: what does it mean?
in simple way
simply pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
simply is pronounced as /ˈsɪmpli/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
simply definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
She dresses simply but elegantly. Translation: Она одевается просто, но элегантно.
Is simply part of Style and Taste vocabulary?
Yes, simply (просто) can be learned in the Style and Taste topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is simply part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?
Yes, simply (просто) can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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