parole semplici
The English phrase "simple words" is translated into Italian as parole semplici.
parole semplici refers to language that is easy to understand and not complex.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of parole (words) and semplici (simple).
How does it change in a sentence?
To refer to a single simple word, use the singular form parola semplice. Because parole is a feminine plural noun, the adjective semplice must also take the feminine plural form semplici.
Did you know?
- In Italian, parole can refer to not just words but to a promise or one's honor, as in the phrase dare la parola meaning 'to give one's word'.
- In Italian, the word semplice can also describe a person who is 'naive' or 'gullible', not just 'easy' or 'uncomplicated'.
- The word semplice shares the same Latin root as the English word 'simplex', which influenced both the mathematical term and the biological classification of organisms.
Examples in context
- Usa parole semplici per spiegare il concetto.Use simple words to explain the concept.
- Il bambino usa solo parole semplici.The child only uses simple words.
- Per favore, usa parole semplici con me.Please, use simple words with me.
Example conversation
Matteo is asking Giulia to explain a difficult concept.
- MatteoNon capisco questo paragrafo, Giulia.I don't understand this paragraph, Giulia.
- GiuliaÈ un po' complicato, vero?It's a bit complicated, right?
- MatteoSì, puoi dirlo con parole semplici?Yes, can you say it in simple words?
- GiuliaCerto, te lo rispiego subito.Of course, I'll explain it to you right away.
