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easy, simple, straightforward
この問題は簡単だ
This problem is easy
簡単な説明をしてください
Please give a simple explanation
Often used to describe tasks, problems, or explanations that require little effort or complexity.
Use '簡単' to describe things that are not complicated or require little effort.
When used as an adjective, it follows the pattern '簡単な' (e.g., 簡単な問題).
Composed of '簡' (kan, meaning 'simple') and '単' (tan, meaning 'single'), emphasizing straightforwardness.
Can be used as a na-adjective (簡単だ) or as a noun (簡単). Often followed by 'に' to mean 'easily'.