Plain and simple Meaning in English
expression
ˈpɫeɪn/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈsɪmpəɫ
PLAYN-and-SIM-puhl
plˈeɪn/ /ˈænd/ /sˈɪmpəl
playn-and-SIM-puhl
Definition
This expression is used to emphasize that something is very straightforward and easy to understand, with no hidden details or complications.
Usage & Nuances
Common in spoken English for emphasis, especially when clarifying or insisting on a point. Often comes at the end of a sentence: 'That’s it, plain and simple.' Used when refuting arguments or summarizing main ideas. Similar to 'pure and simple,' but 'plain and simple' sounds less formal.
Spanish: claro y sencilloPortuguese (BR): simples assim - puro e simplesPortuguese (PT): simples assim - pura e simplesmenteChinese (Simplified): 明明白白 - 就这么简单Chinese (Traditional): 明明白白 - 就這麼簡單Hindi: साफ़ और आसानArabic: بكل بساطةBengali: একেবারে সরল - পরিষ্কারভাবেRussian: просто и понятно - проще не бываетJapanese: 単純明快 - シンプルにVietnamese: rõ ràng và đơn giản - đơn giản vậy thôiKorean: 그냥 간단해 - 명확하고 단순해Turkish: açık ve net - düpedüzUrdu: بالکل سادہ اور واضحIndonesian: sesederhana itu - jelas dan sederhana
Example Sentences
The answer is plain and simple.
basic
It's wrong, plain and simple.
basic
We can't afford it, plain and simple.
basic
You were late because you overslept, plain and simple.
natural
If you don't study, you’ll fail, plain and simple.
natural
Some rules are there to keep people safe, plain and simple.
natural