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simple lifestyle

[SIM-pul LY-f-styl]
noun phrasepl: simple lifestyles
estilo de vida simples
1. A way of living characterized by minimalism, modesty, and freedom from unnecessary complications or material excess
She chose a simple lifestyle, living in a small cottage and growing her own vegetables.
Ela escolheu um estilo de vida simples, vivendo em uma pequena cabana e cultivando seus próprios vegetais.
2. A deliberate choice to reduce consumption and complexity in daily life for reasons of economy, ecology, or personal values
His simple lifestyle reflected his commitment to sustainability and environmental conservation.
Seu estilo de vida simples refletia seu compromisso com a sustentabilidade e conservação ambiental.
Synonyms
minimalist lifestylemodest lifestylefrugal livingaustere lifestyleplain living
Antonyms
luxurious lifestyleextravagant lifestylelavish lifestylecomplicated lifestyleconsumerist lifestyle

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estilo de vida simples
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
vida simples
More colloquial shortening commonly used
São Paulo
modo de vida simples
Alternative phrasing sometimes used in business contexts
Portugal
forma de vida simples
Preferred phrasing in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

live simply
keep it simple
back to basics
live within one's means
less is more
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