keep it simple
keep it simple — 慣用語
1. To express or present something using only basic words and simple ideas so that
化繁為簡
用簡單方式表達或說明
To express or present something using only basic words and simple ideas so that anyone can understand it easily, without extra details or complex explanations.
The teacher kept the instructions simple so that even the youngest children could follow them.
老師把說明保持簡單，讓最年幼的學生也能跟上。
keep something simple + for audience
João gave a short presentation and kept things simple with a few clear pictures.
João 做了一場簡短的簡報，一切從簡，只用了幾張清楚的圖片。
keep things simple variant
If you are writing for beginners, it is best to keep it simple.
如果你是在為初學者寫作，最好化繁為簡。
Mayumi kept it simple by breaking the recipe down into three easy steps.
Mayumi 把食譜拆成三個簡單步驟，保持簡單明瞭。
- simplify
more formal and direct; 'keep it simple' is a whole phrase, while 'simplify' is a single verb
- break it down
informal; focuses on reducing complexity step by step
- get straight to the point
informal; focuses on directness rather than simplicity of explanation
- complicate
to make something harder to understand than necessary
文法句型
keep it simple
keep things simple
keep something simple
用法筆記
Commonly used as advice or a suggested principle, especially in instructional, technical, or educational contexts.
常見錯誤
2. To deliberately choose a plain, straightforward way of doing something rather th
不搞花樣
選擇樸實簡單的方式
To deliberately choose a plain, straightforward way of doing something rather than adding extra decoration, elaborate features, or unnecessary steps.
Rohan and Ling kept their wedding simple with a small gathering of close friends.
Rohan 和 Ling 的婚禮一切從簡，只邀了幾位好友小聚。
keep it simple + for plans / events
The chef kept the dish simple: grilled fish with lemon, no heavy sauce.
主廚把這道菜做得很樸素——烤魚搭配檸檬汁，不加濃稠醬汁。
Ilan kept his living room simple with plain white walls and one green plant.
Ilan 的客廳佈置得很簡單，只有純白牆壁和一盆綠色植物。
Aoi keeps it simple when packing, taking only what fits in a small bag.
Aoi 出遊打包時喜歡一切從簡，只帶一個小背包裝得下的東西。
- stay basic
slang; less common in formal writing
- go with the basics
informal; focuses on using only essential items or steps
- do without frills
informal; emphasises the absence of decorative extras
- go all out
informal; to use every possible extra or decoration
- overdo it
to add too much detail or decoration
文法句型
keep it simple
keep things simple
用法筆記
Often used in the context of lifestyle, design, cooking, or events to describe a deliberate choice against elaboration or luxury.