In words of one syllable Meaning in English
expression
IN WURDZ uhv WUN SIH-luh-buhl
IN WURDZ ov WON SIH-luh-buhl
Definition
To explain something very clearly and simply, using only basic, easy-to-understand words.
Usage & Nuances
Often used when someone needs things explained simply, sometimes with a hint of impatience or emphasis. Typical phrasing: 'explain in words of one syllable.' Used in both formal and informal contexts. Not literal—means 'in the simplest language possible.'
Spanish: en palabras simplesPortuguese (BR): em palavras simplesPortuguese (PT): em palavras simplesChinese (Simplified): 用最简单的话说Chinese (Traditional): 用最簡單的話說Hindi: सीधे और आसान शब्दों मेंArabic: بعبارات بسيطةBengali: খুব সহজ করে - একদম সাধারণ কথায়Russian: самыми простыми словами - максимально простоJapanese: できるだけ簡単な言葉で - 一番わかりやすい言葉でVietnamese: bằng những lời đơn giản nhất - thật dễ hiểuKorean: 아주 쉬운 말로 - 최대한 간단하게Turkish: en basit şekilde - en anlaşılır şekildeUrdu: انتہائی سادہ الفاظ میں - آسان ترین زبان میںIndonesian: dengan kata-kata yang sangat sederhana - sejelas mungkin
Example Sentences
Can you explain it in words of one syllable?
basic
I need you to tell me in words of one syllable, please.
basic
The teacher put it in words of one syllable so everyone understood.
basic
I'll put it in words of one syllable: Don't touch the stove.
natural
You want it in words of one syllable? You can't go out tonight.
natural
Let me break it down in words of one syllable so there’s no confusion.
natural