1.
simple, plain, austere
Lacking unnecessary complexity or ornamentation; unadorned and basic in design or style.
簡素な部屋だ。
It's a simple room.
簡素な生活を送る。
To lead a simple lifestyle.
式典は簡素に行われた。
The ceremony was conducted simply.
簡素 describes something that is simple and unadorned, often with a positive connotation of refined simplicity or efficiency.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 簡素な生活: simple lifestyle
- 簡素なデザイン: simple design
- 簡素な式: simple ceremony
- 簡素化する: to simplify
USAGE NOTES:
- Often used positively to describe elegant simplicity
- Can describe lifestyle, design, ceremonies, or procedures
- Implies intentional removal of excess rather than lacking
Related Words
Antonym:
豪華 (luxurious)