ADJECTIVE
simpel/ˈzɪmpl̩/simple; plain; naive
simpel is a German adjective that means simple, plain, or naive. It is pronounced /ˈzɪmpl̩/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "simpler" and "simpelsten".
Definitions
1.very simple or plain; lacking complexity(describing something uncomplicated or basic)
a.not difficult; easy to understand or do
Die Aufgabe war so simpel, dass jeder sie lösen konnte.—The task was so simple that everyone could solve it.
2.naively simple-minded; a bit dull-witted(sometimes pejorative or colloquial)
a.a person considered naive or lacking sophistication
Er ist kein Genie, eher ein bisschen simpel im Kopf.—He's not a genius—he's rather simple-minded.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | simpel |
|---|---|
| Comparative | simpler |
| Superlative | simpelsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "simpel" mean in English?
- "simpel" means simple, plain, or naive. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "simpel"?
- "simpel" is pronounced /ˈzɪmpl̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "simpel"?
- The comparative of "simpel" is "simpler" and the superlative is "simpelsten".
- What part of speech is "simpel"?
- "simpel" is a adjective in German.
