How to Pronounce Simple

To pronounce "simple", say SIMPL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɪmpəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsɪmpəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “simple”

"simple" has 2 syllables: simpl-e. It rhymes with dimple and pimple, if that helps it stick.

What does simple mean?

noun

  1. A herbal preparation made from one plant, as opposed to something made from more than one plant.
  2. (by extension) A physician.

verb

  1. To gather simples, i.e. medicinal herbs.

adjective

  1. Uncomplicated; taken by itself, with nothing added.
  2. Without ornamentation; plain.

Synonyms

onefoldplain

Antonyms

complexcomplicatedcompoundsubtlegentle

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Words that rhyme with simple

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dimplepimplekimplestrimplegimpelkimpel

Related words

uncomplicatedunpretentioussimplexsimplisticbareunproblematicmodestchildlike

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "simple"?▾

"Simple" has 2 syllables: simpl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "simple"?▾

The IPA transcription of "simple" is /ˈsɪmpəl/.

What does "simple" mean?▾

Simple: A herbal preparation made from one plant, as opposed to something made from more than one plant.

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