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B2 Adjective #44 پرکاربردترین 9 دقیقه مطالعه

trivial

رتبه 44

At the A1 level, 'trivial' is a difficult word. You should think of it as 'not important' or 'very small.' Imagine you have two problems: one is a broken car, and one is a broken pencil. The broken pencil is 'trivial' compared to the car. It is something you don't need to worry about much. In very simple English, we usually just say 'it's not a big deal.' You might hear this word in games or when people talk about facts that are just for fun. If a teacher says a mistake is trivial, they mean you are doing a great job and the mistake is very tiny. It is not a word you need to use often at this level, but knowing it means 'unimportant' will help you understand more complex stories. Think of 'trivial' as the opposite of 'important' or 'serious.'

For A2 learners, 'trivial' describes things that are minor or easy. It's often used when comparing two things. For example, 'The price difference is trivial.' This means the difference is so small it doesn't matter which one you buy. You might also see it in the word 'trivia,' which refers to fun facts about movies or history. At this level, you can start using 'trivial' to describe small problems or easy tasks. Instead of saying 'This is very, very easy,' you could say 'This task is trivial.' It sounds a bit more advanced. Remember that 'trivial' is an adjective, so it describes a noun. You have trivial problems, trivial costs, and trivial details. It's a useful word to have when you want to explain why you aren't worried about something.

At the B1 level, you should understand that 'trivial' is often used to dismiss something as unworthy of attention. It’s common in workplace or academic settings. If a manager says, 'Let's not waste time on trivial issues,' they want the team to focus on the big goals. You will also encounter it in more formal reading, like news articles or essays. It's important to notice the tone: sometimes 'trivial' can be a bit negative if it's used to describe someone's ideas. For example, 'He made my suggestions seem trivial.' This means he made them look unimportant. You should also be aware of the phrase 'trivial pursuit,' which is a common idiom for chasing things that don't really matter. Using 'trivial' correctly helps you sound more precise than just using 'small' or 'unimportant.'

At the B2 level, you are expected to use 'trivial' with nuance. You should understand its use in technical contexts, such as 'trivial errors' in data or 'trivial solutions' in logic. You should also be able to use it to create contrast in your writing. For instance, 'While the initial investment was significant, the ongoing maintenance costs were trivial.' This shows a sophisticated grasp of how to weigh different factors. You should also be familiar with the verb 'trivialize.' If someone trivializes a serious problem, they are treating it as if it doesn't matter, which is often a point of criticism in social or political discussions. At this level, you should also be careful not to use 'trivial' in situations where it might sound insensitive, as it carries a strong sense of dismissal.

For C1 learners, 'trivial' is a tool for precise categorization and rhetorical strategy. You should understand its etymological roots (the 'trivium') and how that informs its meaning of 'commonplace.' In academic writing, you use 'trivial' to denote steps in an argument that are self-evident to an expert audience, thereby streamlining your prose. You should also be able to recognize when 'trivial' is used ironically or to downplay a significant achievement (litotes). Furthermore, you should be comfortable with its synonyms like 'paltry,' 'trifling,' and 'negligible,' and know exactly when to choose one over the other based on the register and the specific type of insignificance you are describing. At this level, you should also be able to discuss the 'trivialization' of culture or discourse in a critical, analytical way.

At the C2 level, you possess a masterly command of 'trivial' and its various connotations. You understand its specific application in higher mathematics (e.g., trivial topology, trivial groups) where it refers to the simplest possible structure that satisfies a definition. You can use the word to navigate complex social and professional hierarchies, knowing exactly when a dismissive 'trivial' will assert authority and when it will cause offense. You are also aware of the philosophical implications of what is considered 'trivial' in human existence. Your usage is characterized by perfect collocations and an ability to use the word in high-level idiomatic expressions. You can analyze how the concept of 'trivia' has evolved from the medieval trivium to the modern information age, and you can use this knowledge to enrich your spoken and written communication.

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trivial در ۳۰ ثانیه

Trivial means unimportant, minor, or very easy to solve.
It is often used to dismiss small problems or details.
In math, it refers to the most basic or obvious solution.
The word comes from the Latin for 'crossroads' or 'commonplace'.

The word trivial is a versatile adjective that primarily functions to diminish the perceived importance or complexity of a subject. At its core, it suggests that something is so minor or commonplace that it hardly deserves serious attention. In everyday conversation, we use it to dismiss concerns that we feel are being overblown, or to describe tasks that require almost no cognitive effort. However, the word carries a sophisticated history and specific technical meanings in fields like mathematics and logic. When you call a problem trivial, you are not just saying it is small; you are asserting that its solution is obvious or that its impact on the larger system is negligible. This can be used both as a neutral descriptor and as a slightly dismissive rhetorical tool. For instance, in a professional setting, labeling a colleague's concern as trivial might be seen as condescending, whereas in a scientific paper, describing a mathematical proof as trivial indicates that it follows logically and easily from established principles without needing further elaboration.

The Essence of Insignificance: Trivial refers to things that are 'low-stakes.' If a mistake is trivial, it doesn't break the machine. If a cost is trivial, it doesn't break the bank.
The Ease of Execution: It describes tasks that are so simple they are almost beneath notice. For a master chef, boiling an egg is a trivial exercise.

While the CEO focused on the multi-million dollar merger, he left the trivial details of the office decor to his assistant.

Understanding the nuance of 'trivial' requires recognizing that importance is often subjective. What is trivial to a billionaire (like a $100 fine) might be monumental to someone else. Therefore, the word is often used to establish a hierarchy of priorities. In the context of the 'Trivial Pursuit' board game, the word refers to 'trivia'—bits of information that are interesting but not necessarily vital for survival or professional success. This cultural association has reinforced the idea of triviality as something fun but ultimately non-essential. In modern digital discourse, we often see the verb form 'trivialize,' which means to make something seem less important than it actually is, often used in social justice or psychological contexts.

The software update fixed several trivial bugs that most users hadn't even noticed.

Academic Context: In mathematics, a 'trivial solution' is often the most basic one, like zero in an equation, which provides no new insight but is technically correct.

Don't waste your energy arguing over such trivial matters; we have a deadline to meet.

Using 'trivial' correctly involves placing it before a noun or after a linking verb like 'be' or 'seem.' It is most effective when contrasted with something significant. Because it is an adjective of quality, it can be modified by adverbs like 'entirely,' 'seemingly,' 'relatively,' or 'comparatively.' For example, 'The difference in price was entirely trivial.' This adds a layer of precision to your description. It is also common to use it in the phrase 'trivial pursuit' or 'trivial matter.' When you want to describe the act of making something seem trivial, you transition to the verb 'trivialize.'

Adverbial Modification: 'Seemingly trivial' is a powerful phrase used to describe things that look small but might actually be important. 'The seemingly trivial leak eventually flooded the entire basement.'

Compared to the global economic crisis, my personal budget issues felt trivial.

In formal writing, 'trivial' helps categorize data or errors. In a scientific report, you might write, 'The experimental error was trivial and did not affect the final results.' This tells the reader that while an error existed, it was statistically insignificant. In creative writing, 'trivial' can characterize a person's personality—someone who cares only about trivialities is often seen as shallow or superficial. For instance, 'She spent her days preoccupied with the trivial gossip of the high-society circles.'

It is a trivial task to change a lightbulb, yet he still managed to break the fixture.

Negative Constructions: 'By no means trivial' is a common way to say that something is actually quite important. 'The security breach was by no means trivial; it exposed thousands of user passwords.'

The judge dismissed the lawsuit, calling the claims trivial and without merit.

You will encounter 'trivial' in a variety of high-stakes and low-stakes environments. In the tech industry, developers often use it during code reviews to describe minor formatting issues or 'nitpicks' that don't affect the code's functionality. 'That's a trivial change, just merge it.' In the legal world, judges might dismiss a case if the damages are 'de minimis' or trivial, meaning the court's time shouldn't be wasted on such small matters. In academia, especially in STEM fields, 'trivial' is a standard term for a proof or step that is so simple it doesn't require explanation. This can sometimes frustrate students when a textbook says 'the proof is trivial' for something they find quite difficult!

In calculus, finding the derivative of a constant is considered a trivial operation.

In social settings, the word often appears when people are trying to de-escalate a conflict. 'Let's not fight over something so trivial.' It's a way of asking for perspective. You'll also hear it in the context of 'trivia nights' at pubs, where people compete to answer questions about 'trivial' facts—information that is fun to know but not essential for daily life. In news reporting, a journalist might describe a political scandal as 'trivial' compared to larger national issues, though this is often a subjective judgment. In medicine, a 'trivial' finding on an MRI or X-ray is one that has no clinical significance and doesn't explain the patient's symptoms.

The doctor assured her that the heart murmur was trivial and required no treatment.

Customer Service: Agents are trained to handle 'trivial complaints' with the same courtesy as major ones to maintain brand reputation.

The loss of a few dollars was trivial to the corporation, but it meant a lot to the small business owner.

One of the most frequent mistakes with 'trivial' is using it in a way that sounds dismissive or rude. Because 'trivial' implies that something is not worth time or effort, using it to describe someone else's feelings or problems can be seen as an insult. For example, telling a friend their anxiety is 'trivial' is a quick way to end the friendship. Another common error is confusing 'trivial' with 'simple.' While they are related, 'simple' refers to the ease of understanding, while 'trivial' refers to the lack of importance. A math problem can be simple but its implications could be massive; a trivial problem is both simple and unimportant.

Trivial vs. Trifling: 'Trifling' is an older, more literary synonym. While 'trivial' is common in technical and everyday speech, 'trifling' often carries a more judgmental tone about a person's character.

Incorrect: 'The trivial solution to world hunger is to grow more food.' (World hunger is not unimportant; this is a misuse of the word).

Another mistake is failing to recognize the technical 'trivial' in mathematics. Students often think it means 'easy,' but it actually refers to a solution that is so basic it doesn't provide new information (like x=0). In writing, avoid overusing 'trivial' to describe everything small. Words like 'minor,' 'negligible,' or 'inconsequential' often provide better variety and precision. For instance, 'negligible' is better for scientific measurements, while 'minor' is better for physical injuries. Lastly, be careful with the word 'trivia.' While 'trivial' is an adjective, 'trivia' is a plural noun. You don't have 'a trivia'; you have 'a piece of trivia' or just 'trivia.'

Correct: 'The error was so trivial that the editor decided not to issue a correction.'

Spelling Trap: People sometimes spell it 'trivail' or 'trivual.' Remember the 'i-a-l' ending, common in adjectives like 'social' or 'partial.'

It's a trivial matter of choosing between blue or black ink.

When you want to avoid repeating 'trivial,' you have several excellent options depending on the context. 'Insignificant' is the most direct synonym, but it sounds a bit more formal and objective. 'Minor' is perfect for describing problems or injuries that aren't life-threatening or project-breaking. If you are talking about an amount of money or a physical quantity that is so small it can be ignored, 'negligible' is the professional choice. For something that is silly or lacks serious purpose, 'frivolous' is a great alternative, often used in legal contexts like 'a frivolous lawsuit.'

Trivial vs. Insignificant: 'Trivial' often implies that something is easy or common, while 'insignificant' simply means it lacks meaning or importance. A complex but useless machine is insignificant, but not necessarily trivial.
Trivial vs. Negligible: 'Negligible' is used when something is small enough to be disregarded in a calculation. 'Trivial' is more about the nature of the thing itself.

The difference in their heights was negligible, but the difference in their skills was vast.

Other words include 'paltry' (often used for small amounts of money), 'trifling' (for small annoyances), and 'inconsequential' (for things that don't change the outcome of a situation). If you want to be more informal, you might say 'small-time' or 'piddling,' though these can be quite derogatory. In a business context, you might use 'low-priority' to describe a trivial task. Choosing the right synonym depends on whether you want to emphasize the size, the value, the ease, or the impact of the subject.

They argued over trifling matters like who should take out the trash.

Petty: 'Petty' is often used to describe trivial things that involve people's behavior or rules, like 'petty theft' or 'petty squabbles.'

The amount of sugar in the recipe is inconsequential to the final texture.

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نکته جالب

In the Middle Ages, the 'Trivium' was the lower division of the seven liberal arts, consisting of grammar, logic, and rhetoric. Because these were the basic, introductory subjects, they were seen as 'trivial' compared to the more advanced 'Quadrivium' (arithmetic, geometry, music, and astronomy).

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UK /ˈtrɪv.i.əl/

US /ˈtrɪv.i.əl/

First syllable: TRIV-i-al

هم‌قافیه با

Convivial Vivial Non-trivial Material (partial rhyme) Bial Dial (partial rhyme) Vial Trial (partial rhyme)

خطاهای رایج

Pronouncing it as 'tri-VIAL' (stressing the second syllable).
Adding an extra 'u' sound like 'triv-u-al'.
Pronouncing the 'v' as a 'b'.
Making the 'i' sound too long like 'tree-vial'.
Swallowing the 'al' ending so it sounds like 'trivy'.

سطح دشواری

خواندن 4/5

Common in literature and news, but requires context to understand nuance.

نوشتن 5/5

Requires careful use to avoid sounding dismissive or rude.

صحبت کردن 4/5

Useful for de-escalating or describing simple tasks.

گوش دادن 3/5

Usually clear from context, especially in academic or game settings.

بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟

پیش‌نیازها

Small Important Problem Detail Simple

بعداً یاد بگیرید

Insignificant Negligible Inconsequential Trivialize Substantial

پیشرفته

De minimis Paltry Trifling Frivolous Picayune

گرامر لازم

Adjective Placement

The trivial (adj) matter (noun) was ignored.

Linking Verbs

The problem seems (verb) trivial (adj).

Adverb Modification

It was an entirely (adv) trivial (adj) mistake.

Nominalization

The triviality (noun) of the situation was clear.

Negative Inversion

By no means was the task trivial.

مثال‌ها بر اساس سطح

The small scratch on the toy was trivial.

Le petit défaut n'était pas important.

Adjective after 'was'.

It is a trivial problem; don't cry.

C'est un petit problème.

Adjective before a noun.

The cost of the candy was trivial.

Le prix était très bas.

Used to describe cost.

We played a trivial game yesterday.

Nous avons joué à un jeu simple.

Describing a game.

The difference in color is trivial.

La différence de couleur est minime.

Used for comparison.

A trivial mistake is okay.

Une petite erreur, c'est bon.

Subject-adjective-noun.

I have some trivial news to tell you.

J'ai des nouvelles sans importance.

Used with 'some'.

The task was trivial for him.

La tâche était très facile pour lui.

Prepositional phrase 'for him'.

The update fixed some trivial errors in the app.

La mise à jour a corrigé des erreurs mineures.

Plural noun 'errors'.

Don't worry about trivial details like the font size.

Ne t'inquiète pas pour des détails sans importance.

Imperative 'Don't worry'.

The meeting was about trivial matters.

La réunion portait sur des sujets mineurs.

Preposition 'about'.

He spent his money on trivial things.

Il a dépensé son argent pour des choses futiles.

Preposition 'on'.

The difference between the two phones is trivial.

La différence entre les deux téléphones est minime.

Comparison structure.

It was a trivial matter of choosing a color.

C'était une simple question de choix de couleur.

Phrase 'matter of'.

She likes to collect trivial facts about history.

Elle aime collectionner des faits divers sur l'histoire.

Adjective modifying 'facts'.

The task seemed trivial at first.

La tâche semblait facile au début.

Linking verb 'seemed'.

The manager dismissed my concerns as trivial.

Le manager a rejeté mes inquiétudes comme étant sans importance.

Used with 'as'.

Compared to the main project, this task is trivial.

Par rapport au projet principal, cette tâche est mineure.

Participial phrase 'Compared to'.

They spent the whole evening discussing trivial gossip.

Ils ont passé toute la soirée à discuter de potins futiles.

Gerund phrase 'discussing'.

The damage to the car was relatively trivial.

Les dégâts sur la voiture étaient relativement mineurs.

Modified by 'relatively'.

I don't want to argue about such trivial things.

Je ne veux pas me disputer pour des choses aussi futiles.

Modified by 'such'.

The error was trivial and did not affect the outcome.

L'erreur était minime et n'a pas affecté le résultat.

Compound predicate.

He has a vast knowledge of trivial information.

Il a une grande connaissance d'informations futiles.

Noun phrase 'trivial information'.

It's trivial to set up the software.

C'est un jeu d'enfant d'installer le logiciel.

Dummy 'it' subject.

The difference in performance between the two models is trivial.

La différence de performance entre les deux modèles est négligeable.

Abstract noun 'performance'.

We should focus on the core issues rather than trivial details.

Nous devrions nous concentrer sur les problèmes de fond plutôt que sur les détails futiles.

Contrast using 'rather than'.

The security flaw was initially thought to be trivial.

La faille de sécurité était initialement considérée comme mineure.

Passive voice 'was thought to be'.

She felt that her contributions were being treated as trivial.

Elle avait l'impression que ses contributions étaient traitées comme étant sans importance.

Continuous passive 'were being treated'.

The cost of the materials is trivial compared to the labor.

Le coût des matériaux est dérisoire par rapport à la main-d'œuvre.

Comparison with 'compared to'.

It is by no means a trivial task to reorganize the entire library.

Ce n'est en aucun cas une tâche facile de réorganiser toute la bibliothèque.

Idiomatic 'by no means'.

The judge dismissed the case, citing trivial evidence.

Le juge a rejeté l'affaire, citant des preuves insignifiantes.

Present participle 'citing'.

He made a trivial remark that offended her deeply.

Il a fait une remarque banale qui l'a profondément offensée.

Relative clause 'that offended'.

The author spends too much time on trivialities and misses the main point.

L'auteur passe trop de temps sur des futilités et passe à côté de l'essentiel.

Noun form 'trivialities'.

In the grand scheme of things, our individual problems are trivial.

Dans l'ensemble, nos problèmes individuels sont insignifiants.

Prepositional phrase 'In the grand scheme of things'.

The proof of the lemma is trivial and is left as an exercise for the reader.

La preuve du lemme est évidente et est laissée en exercice au lecteur.

Academic register.

We must not trivialize the suffering of those affected by the crisis.

Nous ne devons pas banaliser la souffrance de ceux qui sont touchés par la crise.

Verb form 'trivialize'.

The distinction between the two theories is far from trivial.

La distinction entre les deux théories est loin d'être négligeable.

Phrase 'far from'.

His preoccupation with trivial matters hindered his professional growth.

Sa préoccupation pour des questions futiles a entravé sa croissance professionnelle.

Noun 'preoccupation'.

The error, though seemingly trivial, led to a catastrophic failure.

L'erreur, bien qu'apparemment mineure, a conduit à un échec catastrophique.

Concessive clause 'though seemingly'.

She has an uncanny ability to recall trivial details from decades ago.

Elle a une capacité étrange à se souvenir de détails futiles d'il y a des décennies.

Adjective 'uncanny'.

The mathematical model assumes a trivial topology for the sake of simplicity.

Le modèle mathématique suppose une topologie triviale par souci de simplicité.

Technical jargon.

To dismiss the impact of social media as trivial is to ignore the reality of modern life.

Considérer l'impact des médias sociaux comme insignifiant, c'est ignorer la réalité de la vie moderne.

Infinitive subject 'To dismiss'.

The protagonist's struggle was not against fate, but against the triviality of his own existence.

La lutte du protagoniste n'était pas contre le destin, mais contre la futilité de sa propre existence.

Noun 'triviality'.

The diplomatic incident was sparked by a trivial misunderstanding of protocol.

L'incident diplomatique a été déclenché par un malentendu mineur sur le protocole.

Passive voice 'was sparked by'.

The philosophical debate centered on whether any human action can truly be called trivial.

Le débat philosophique portait sur la question de savoir si une action humaine peut vraiment être qualifiée de triviale.

Indirect question 'whether'.

Such trivial pursuits often mask a deeper existential dread.

De telles quêtes futiles masquent souvent une angoisse existentielle plus profonde.

Metaphorical usage.

The software's failure was traced back to a trivial logic gate error.

La défaillance du logiciel a été attribuée à une erreur de porte logique mineure.

Technical context.

He found the academic discourse on the subject to be pedantic and trivial.

Il a trouvé le discours académique sur le sujet pédant et futile.

Adjective pair 'pedantic and trivial'.

ترکیب‌های رایج

trivial matter

trivial detail

trivial complaint

trivial pursuit

trivial solution

seemingly trivial

trivial amount

trivial task

trivial concern

trivial error

عبارات رایج

By no means trivial

Trivial pursuit

Trivialities of life

A trivial sum

Trivial offense

Dismiss as trivial

Trivial difference

Trivial concern

Trivial mistake

Trivial fact

اغلب اشتباه گرفته می‌شود با

trivial vs Simple

Simple means easy to understand; trivial means unimportant. A simple task can be very important.

trivial vs Trifling

Trifling is more old-fashioned and often describes a person's annoying behavior.

trivial vs Negligible

Negligible is used for quantities that are too small to matter in a calculation.

اصطلاحات و عبارات

"Sweat the small stuff"

To worry about trivial or unimportant things. Usually used in the negative.

Don't sweat the small stuff; it's just a broken plate.

Informal

"A storm in a teacup"

A lot of unnecessary anger or worry about a trivial matter.

Their argument was just a storm in a teacup.

Neutral

"Much ado about nothing"

A lot of fuss or excitement about something that is actually trivial.

The media coverage was much ado about nothing.

Literary

"Make a mountain out of a molehill"

To treat a trivial problem as if it were a very serious one.

Stop making a mountain out of a molehill; it's just a scratch.

Informal

"Split hairs"

To argue about trivial or minor details that don't really matter.

Let's not split hairs over the exact time; we're late anyway.

Neutral

"Penny-wise and pound-foolish"

Being careful about trivial amounts of money while wasting large amounts.

He's penny-wise and pound-foolish, saving on bread but buying a yacht.

Neutral

"Not worth a hill of beans"

Something that is trivial or has no value at all.

His promises are not worth a hill of beans.

Informal

"Small fry"

People or things that are trivial or unimportant compared to others.

The police are looking for the big bosses, not the small fry.

Informal

"A drop in the bucket"

A trivial amount compared to what is needed or what exists.

The donation was just a drop in the bucket compared to the total cost.

Neutral

"Child's play"

A task that is trivial or extremely easy to perform.

Fixing this computer was child's play for him.

Informal

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trivial vs Trivial

Both relate to smallness.

Trivial refers to importance or ease; Small refers to physical size.

A trivial problem vs. a small box.

trivial vs Petty

Both mean unimportant.

Petty usually refers to rules or people's mean behavior.

A petty argument vs. a trivial error.

trivial vs Frivolous

Both mean not serious.

Frivolous implies a lack of sense or responsibility.

A frivolous purchase vs. a trivial detail.

trivial vs Minor

Very close synonyms.

Minor is more neutral; Trivial can be more dismissive.

A minor injury vs. a trivial complaint.

trivial vs Insignificant

Both mean lacking importance.

Insignificant is more objective; Trivial is more subjective.

An insignificant change vs. a trivial matter.

الگوهای جمله‌سازی

It is [adj].

It is trivial.

A [adj] [noun].

A trivial problem.

[Noun] is [adj] compared to [noun].

The cost is trivial compared to the value.

Dismiss [noun] as [adj].

She dismissed the error as trivial.

Though seemingly [adj], [clause].

Though seemingly trivial, the leak was dangerous.

The [noun] of [noun] is [adj].

The mathematical proof of the lemma is trivial.

By no means [adj].

The effort required was by no means trivial.

Preoccupied with [noun-plural].

He was preoccupied with trivialities.

خانواده کلمه

اسم‌ها

فعل‌ها

صفت‌ها

مرتبط

نحوه استفاده

frequency

Common in academic, technical, and formal written English; moderately common in speech.

اشتباهات رایج

Using 'trivial' to describe a person's size. → Small or short.
'Trivial' is about importance or complexity, not physical dimensions.
Saying 'a trivia'. → A piece of trivia.
'Trivia' is an uncountable plural noun.
Using 'trivial' for serious tragedies. → Serious or tragic.
Calling a tragedy 'trivial' is highly offensive as it minimizes suffering.
Confusing 'trivial' with 'trifling' in modern speech. → Trivial.
'Trifling' is rarely used today and sounds very old-fashioned.
Spelling it 'trivual'. → Trivial.
The suffix is '-ial', not '-ual'.

نکات

Use for Contrast

Use 'trivial' to highlight the importance of something else. 'The cost was trivial, but the benefit was huge.'

Be Careful with Feelings

Never call someone's personal problems 'trivial' unless you want to upset them.

Technical Meaning

In math, 'trivial' doesn't mean 'stupid'; it means 'obvious from the definition.'

Learn the Family

Learn 'trivia' and 'trivialize' at the same time to expand your vocabulary quickly.

Avoid Overuse

Don't use 'trivial' for everything small. Try 'minor' or 'negligible' for variety.

Listen for Tone

The way someone says 'trivial' tells you if they are being helpful or dismissive.

Modesty Tool

Use 'trivial' to downplay your own achievements if you want to sound humble.

Adverb Pairs

Pair it with 'seemingly' or 'relatively' for a more professional sound.

The Three Roads

Remember the 'crossroads' origin to remember it means 'common' or 'ordinary.'

Precision

Use 'trivial' when something is both small AND unimportant.

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روش یادسپاری

Think of 'TRI' (three) and 'VIA' (ways). At a crossroads where three ways meet, everyone talks about common, unimportant things. It's just 'trivial' talk.

تداعی تصویری

Imagine a giant mountain (Important) next to a tiny molehill (Trivial). Or imagine a huge check for $1,000,000 next to a single penny.

شبکه واژگان

Small Easy Minor Unimportant Common Basic Negligible Petty

چالش

Try to use the word 'trivial' three times today: once for a small problem, once for an easy task, and once for a fun fact.

ریشه کلمه

The word 'trivial' comes from the Latin 'trivialis,' which means 'belonging to the crossroads.' This is derived from 'trivium,' a place where three (tri) roads (via) meet.

معنای اصلی: In Latin, something 'trivial' was something found everywhere, like at a common crossroads. It meant 'commonplace' or 'ordinary.'

Indo-European > Italic > Latin

بافت فرهنگی

Be careful not to trivialize someone's personal trauma or systemic social issues, as this is considered highly insensitive.

Trivial Pursuit is one of the most famous board games in the English-speaking world, cementing the word's association with fun facts.

Trivial Pursuit (Board Game) Much Ado About Nothing (Shakespeare play about trivial misunderstandings) The Importance of Being Earnest (Oscar Wilde play satirizing trivial society)

تمرین در زندگی واقعی

موقعیت‌های واقعی

Mathematics/Science

Trivial solution
Trivial case
Trivial proof
Trivial error

Workplace/Management

Trivial task
Trivial complaint
Trivial expense
Trivial detail

Social/Relationships

Trivial argument
Trivial gossip
Trivial misunderstanding
Trivial concern

Games/Hobbies

Trivia night
Trivial pursuit
Trivial facts
Trivial knowledge

Law/Legal

Trivial offense
Trivial claim
Trivial evidence
Trivial damage

شروع‌کننده‌های مکالمه

"Do you think most of the things we worry about are actually trivial?"

"What is a trivial fact that you find surprisingly interesting?"

"Have you ever had a big argument over a trivial matter?"

"In your job, what is a task that others find hard but you find trivial?"

"Do you enjoy playing trivia games with your friends?"

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Reflect on a time when you realized a 'huge' problem was actually trivial.

Write about the trivialities of your daily routine that bring you joy.

How do you distinguish between a trivial detail and a vital one in your work?

Describe a situation where someone trivialized your feelings and how it felt.

If you could only learn 'trivial' facts for a year, what subjects would you choose?

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It can be. If you describe someone's feelings as trivial, it is negative. If you describe a math problem as trivial, it is neutral or even positive.

'Trivial' is an adjective (a trivial fact). 'Trivia' is a noun (I love trivia). Trivia refers to the collection of unimportant facts.

Usually no. You describe a person's actions or ideas as trivial, but calling a person 'trivial' is rare and very insulting, meaning they have no depth.

Yes, especially in phrases like 'trivial matter' or when talking about games and facts.

It is pronounced TRIV-ee-ul, with the stress on the first part.

It means to make something seem less important than it really is. For example, 'Don't trivialize my hard work!'

It is a solution that is very basic and obvious, like zero. It doesn't help solve the harder parts of the problem.

Yes, in many contexts, especially in technical fields, 'trivial' implies that something is very easy to do or prove.

The most common opposites are 'important,' 'significant,' 'vital,' or 'crucial.'

It is more formal than 'small' or 'easy,' but it is used in both formal writing and casual conversation.