No. 582 in Chinese
简单
Simple; easy.
In a sentence
这道数学题很简单。
This math problem is very simple.
简单 in this sentence is used to describe the characteristic of the math problem, indicating that it's easy to solve.
他用一种简单的方法解决了问题。
He solved the problem using a simple method.
简单 here describes the method used to resolve the issue, emphasizing straightforwardness or lack of complexity in approach.
生活简单并不意味着无趣。
A simple life does not mean a boring one.
简单 in this context refers to an uncomplicated or minimalistic lifestyle, representing a philosophical or qualitative aspect of how life is lived.
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