It means looking at things without unnecessary complications or hidden meanings.
30초 단어
- Focuses on removing unnecessary complexity from a situation.
- Used to express straightforward opinions or facts.
- Commonly used in both casual and formal explanations.
概要：「単純に」は、「複雑なことを考えず、ストレートに」という意味を持つ副詞です。物事の本質を捉える際や、余計な装飾を取り払って話すときに頻繁に使われます。
- 1使用パターン：主に文の冒頭や動詞の前に置かれます。「単純に〜だ」という形で、客観的な事実や自分の率直な意見を述べる際に便利です。また、「単純に〜というわけではない」のように、否定形と組み合わせて複雑な事情を示唆することもあります。
- 1一般的な文脈：日常会話では「単純に楽しかった」のように感想を述べたり、「単純に聞きたいんだけど」のように質問の意図を明確にするために使われます。ビジネスシーンでは、複雑な問題を整理して「単純に言えば、コストの問題です」のように結論を導く際にも使われます。
예시
単純に、それが好きなんです。
everydaySimply put, I just like it.
単純に言えば、予算不足です。
formalTo put it simply, we lack the budget.
単純に考えようよ。
informalLet's just think about it simply.
この現象は単純に説明できる。
academicThis phenomenon can be explained simply.
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
単純に言えば
To put it simply
単純に考えて
Thinking simply
単純に面白い
Simply interesting
자주 혼동되는 단어
Means 'merely' or 'only'. It emphasizes the limitation of the action or state rather than the lack of complexity.
Means 'easily'. It focuses on the lack of effort or difficulty required to perform an action.
문법 패턴
How to Use It
사용 참고사항
Use '単純に' when you want to strip away nuances and focus on the core fact. It is neutral in register but can sound blunt if used in sensitive interpersonal situations. It is highly effective for clarifying misunderstandings.
자주 하는 실수
Learners often confuse it with '単に' (merely). While they overlap, '単純に' specifically addresses the complexity of the internal logic. Do not use it to mean 'easy' (簡単).
Tips
Use to clarify complex points
When explaining a difficult topic, start your sentence with '単純に言うと' to signal you are simplifying the logic for the listener.
Avoid dismissing others
Be careful not to use it to dismiss someone's complex concerns, as it may sound like you are trivializing their feelings.
Japanese preference for nuance
While '単純に' means straightforward, Japanese culture often values ambiguity. Use this word when you want to be clear and decisive.
어원
Derived from the adjective '単純' (tan-jun), which comes from Sino-Japanese roots meaning 'single' and 'pure/simple'. Adding 'ni' turns it into an adverb.
문화적 맥락
In Japanese communication, indirectness is often valued. Using '単純に' is a way to break that pattern and signal a desire for clarity, which is appreciated in logical discussions.
암기 팁
Think of 'Simple' + 'ni' (the adverb marker). It’s just like saying 'Simply' in English.
자주 묻는 질문
4 질문「単に」は「それだけである」という限定を意味し、「単純に」は「複雑ではない」という性質を強調します。入れ替え可能な場合もありますが、ニュアンスには微妙な差があります。
適切に使えば、要点を整理する便利な表現です。ただし、相手の意見を「単純に」と切り捨てると失礼に聞こえる可能性があるため、文脈に注意が必要です。
はい、「単純に〜ではない」という形でよく使われます。物事が一筋縄ではいかないことを説明する際によく用いられる表現です。
中立的な表現であり、日常会話からビジネスまで幅広く使用可能です。口語でも文語でも違和感なく使えます。
셀프 테스트
この問題は___に考えると、答えはすぐに出るはずだ。
動詞を修飾するため、副詞形である「単純に」が適切です。
「単純に言えば、それが原因だ。」
「単純に」は複雑な要素を省いて簡潔に述べる際に使われます。
（楽しかった／単純に／昨日の映画は）
主語の後に副詞を置き、述語を修飾するのが自然な語順です。
점수: /3
Summary
It means looking at things without unnecessary complications or hidden meanings.
- Focuses on removing unnecessary complexity from a situation.
- Used to express straightforward opinions or facts.
- Commonly used in both casual and formal explanations.
Use to clarify complex points
When explaining a difficult topic, start your sentence with '単純に言うと' to signal you are simplifying the logic for the listener.
Avoid dismissing others
Be careful not to use it to dismiss someone's complex concerns, as it may sound like you are trivializing their feelings.
Japanese preference for nuance
While '単純に' means straightforward, Japanese culture often values ambiguity. Use this word when you want to be clear and decisive.
예시
4 / 4単純に、それが好きなんです。
Simply put, I just like it.
単純に言えば、予算不足です。
To put it simply, we lack the budget.
単純に考えようよ。
Let's just think about it simply.
この現象は単純に説明できる。
This phenomenon can be explained simply.
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academic 관련 단어
絶対的
B2Absolute; not qualified or diminished in any way; total.
絶対的に
B1In a complete, unconditional, or conclusive manner; absolutely.
抽象的だ
B1Abstract; existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence.
抽象
B2Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence. It refers to generalizing or extracting the essence of something away from specific details.
抽象的に
B1In an abstract or theoretical manner.
学術的な
B1Academic, scholarly; relating to education and scholarship.
学術的だ
B1Academic; relating to education and scholarship.
学術的
B2Academic; relating to education and scholarship.
学術
B1Academia; scholarship; relating to scholarly pursuits.
学力
B1Academic ability; a person's level of knowledge and skill in academic subjects.
