English–Chinese
“plain” in Chinese
How to say “plain” in Chinese
“Plain” in Chinese is 素 (sù).
A natural, low-key appearance that avoids excess and lets simplicity stand out.
Example sentences with 素
这个菜很素，没有太多调料。zhè ge cài hěn sù méi yǒu tài duō tiáo liào
This dish is very plain and does not have much seasoning.
Tips for using 素
- English speakers may hear frugal as a lack of money, but this word can describe deliberate restraint in appearance or daily habits without suggesting hardship.
Other Chinese words for “plain”
那片平原很美。nà piàn píng yuán hěn měi
That plain is very beautiful.
他的穿着很质朴。tā de chuān zhe hěn zhì pǔ
His clothes are very plain.
老师讲得很通俗，学生都听明白了。lǎo shī jiǎng de hěn tōng sú xué shēng dōu tīng míng bái le
The teacher explains things very plainly, and all the students understand.