simple elements

[/ˈsɪmpəl ˈɛləmənts/]
nounpl: simple elements
elementos simples
1. basic, fundamental components or parts that cannot be easily broken down further
The simple elements of a good story are plot, character, and setting.
Os elementos simples de uma boa história são enredo, personagem e cenário.
2. in chemistry, pure substances consisting of only one type of atom
Oxygen and hydrogen are simple elements that combine to form water.
Oxigênio e hidrogênio são elementos simples que se combinam para formar água.
3. uncomplicated or straightforward components in a design, system, or structure
The app's design uses simple elements to ensure user-friendliness.
O design do aplicativo usa elementos simples para garantir facilidade de uso.
The term is frequently used in Brazilian and Portuguese educational systems, particularly in chemistry and basic science curricula. In design and technology contexts, both in Brazil and the USA, 'simple elements' refers to minimalist approaches emphasizing clarity and functionality.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
basic componentsfundamental partsprimary constituentselementary units
Antonyms / Antônimos
complex elementscompound elementscomplicated components

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
elementos simples
standard usage in education and scientific contexts
Portugal
elementos simples
identical usage in Portuguese European standard
USA English
simple elements
commonly used in chemistry, education, and design contexts

Related Words

elementcomponentbasicfundamentalconstituentchemical element

Related Idioms & Phrases

break down into simple elements
reduce to simple elements
composed of simple elements
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