簡単
kantanadjective★Beginner— simple, easy
general
Simple, easy, or uncomplicated
このレシピは簡単で、初心者でも作れます
This recipe is simple, and even beginners can make it
簡単な質問です
It's a simple question
💡
Often used to describe tasks, instructions, or concepts that require little effort or complexity
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
This word is very common in everyday Japanese and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
⚡Gold Rule
Politeness
While '簡単' is neutral, be mindful of the context when describing someone else's work as simple, as it might be perceived as dismissive.
📖Word Origin
From the kanji 簡 (simple) and 単 (single, simple)
📝Usage Notes
Can be used to describe both physical and abstract simplicity. Often used in everyday conversation to reassure someone that something is not difficult.
Word Breakdown
簡
simple
kanji単
single, simple
kanji和英辞典