einfach

A1

simple; simply

English meaning
simple; simply

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einfach in a sentence

Die Prüfung ist ganz einfach.

The exam is quite simple.

Comparative and superlative

einfach → einfacher → am einfachsten

Word family

einfach is built from das Fach (subject, compartment). German builds meaning by welding words together, so knowing the parts usually gives you the whole.

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Words that go with einfach

Questions about einfach

What is the comparative of einfach?

einfach → einfacher → am einfachsten.

What does einfach mean in English?

einfach means "simple; simply". For example: "Die Prüfung ist ganz einfach." — "The exam is quite simple."

What level is einfach in German?

einfach is a A1 word — a1 — beginner.

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