simple information

[SIM-pul in-for-MAY-shun]
noun phrasefemininepl: informações simples
informação simples
1. Basic, straightforward facts or data that are easy to understand and not complicated
The website provides simple information about how to apply for a visa.
O site fornece informação simples sobre como solicitar um visto.
2. Clear and uncomplicated details or knowledge presented without technical jargon
For beginners, we offer simple information about the basics of cooking.
Para iniciantes, oferecemos informação simples sobre os fundamentos da culinária.
3. Unadorned or plain facts without elaboration or embellishment
Just give me simple information without all the unnecessary details.
Apenas me dê uma informação simples sem todos os detalhes desnecessários.
In Brazilian and American contexts, 'simple information' is commonly used in educational, customer service, and technical support settings to indicate that explanations will be accessible to non-specialists. It emphasizes clarity and accessibility, reflecting a cultural value placed on democratizing knowledge and making information available to the general public regardless of educational background.
NYC Slang
the basics / the lowdown / straight facts
Synonyms / Sinônimos
basic informationplain informationstraightforward informationclear informationuncomplicated information
Antonyms / Antônimos
complex informationdetailed informationcomplicated informationtechnical informationintricate information

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
informação simples
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
informação simples / info simples (informal)
Informal shortening common in casual speech
São Paulo
informação simples
Standard business and academic usage
Portugal
informação simples
Identical usage, though 'dados simples' may also be used

Related Words

datafactsdetailsexplanationdocumentation

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut to the chase
keep it simple
the bottom line
no frills
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