A2AbstractAdjective

einfach

easy/simple

/ˈaɪnfax/

Adjective meaning 'easy' or 'simple'. Also used as adverb meaning 'just/simply': 'Mach es einfach!' (Just do it!).

Example Sentences

Das ist ganz einfach.

That's really easy.

Mach es einfach!

Just do it!

Eine einfache Lösung gibt es nicht.

There is no simple solution.

Common Mistakes

Confusing adjective vs adverb

✅ Adjective: 'eine einfache Frage'. Adverb: 'Ich bin einfach müde' (I'm just tired)

Related Words

Synonyms

leicht

Antonyms

schwierig

Related Verbs

sein(A1)finden(A2)

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