einfach /ˈaɪnfˌax/ · adjective · CEFR B2. German translation of "plain".

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Source term
plain
Translation
einfach
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
adjective
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Dictionary form einfach
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
einfach + noun / It is einfach
Examples
Es ist einfach.
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Example Sentences

Sie bevorzugt morgens schwarzen Kaffee ohne Zucker oder Milch.

English: She prefers plain coffee without any sugar or milk in the morning.

B2 · standardsAndNorms

Die einfachen weißen Wände ließen die kleine Wohnung hell und sauber wirken.

English: The plain white walls made the small apartment feel bright and clean.

B2 · standardsAndNorms

Er gab uns eine einfache Erklärung, die jeder im Raum leicht verstehen konnte.

English: He gave us a plain explanation that everyone in the room could easily understand.

B2 · standardsAndNorms

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