simply /ˈsɪmplɪ/ CET4 TEM4

• 1. 

  ADV You use simply to emphasize that something consists of only one thing, happens for only one reason, or is done in only one way. 只不过; 仅仅 [强调]

  例：

  The table is simply a chipboard circle on a base.

  这张桌子只不过是基座加圆形刨花板。

  例：

  Most of the damage that's occurred was simply because of fallen trees.

  大部分损失仅仅是因横倒在地面的树木造成的。

• 2. 

  ADV You use simply to emphasize what you are saying. 简直; 完全地 [强调]

  例：

  This sort of increase simply cannot be justified.

  这种增长完全没有道理。

• 3. 

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