Spanish Conversation · Level 108
59 words
Spanish word
sencillez
Pronunciation
IPA/senθiˈʝeθ/
Meaning
- feminine nounsimplicity
Example
Su sencillez hace la conversación más cómoda.
His simplicity makes the conversation more comfortable.
More examples
En la cocina, la sencillez de los sabores resulta agradable.
In the kitchen, the simplicity of the flavors is pleasant.
Core concept
An unadorned wooden bowl.
Common phrases
actuar con sencillez
behave simply
mantener la sencillez
maintain simplicity
valorar la sencillez
appreciate simplicity
Similar words
simplicidad: Plain structure or wording that keeps things straightforward and easy to follow.
naturalidad: Natural, unaffected behavior that seems spontaneous rather than staged.
modestia: Self-restraint in behavior that keeps one from seeking the spotlight.
humildad: Sincere humility that acknowledges limits without pride or showiness.
Definition in Spanish
Manera de ser o mostrarse sin lujo ni complejidad, que transmite modestia y naturalidad.
Word origin
From the adjective sencillo plus the abstract-forming suffix -ez, naming the quality of being without ornament or complexity.
Usage tips
- Used as a compliment to describe modesty or naturalness (su sencillez), though in neutral contexts it can simply note lack of decoration.
Other meanings
- modestynoun
Opposites
- ostentaciónshowinessnoun
- exuberanciaexuberancenoun
Related words
- sencillosimpleadjective
- sencillamentesimplyadverb