簡
Meanings
simplicity; brevity
Refers to being simple, concise, or uncomplicated. Often used in set phrases like 簡にして要を得る (concise and to the point). Antonym: 繁 (complexity).
See also: 簡にして要を得る
Antonyms: 繁
His explanation was concise and to the point.
Formal or written term for a letter or written communication. More common in compounds like 書簡 (letter) or 簡易書簡 (simplified letter).
I sent a letter to the customer.
bamboo writing strip (ancient China)
Historical term for a bamboo slip used for writing in ancient China. Rare standalone use; mainly encountered in historical contexts.
In ancient China, they wrote characters on bamboo strips.
Abbreviation of 簡体字 (simplified Chinese character). Used in discussions of Chinese writing systems.
See also: 簡体字
I'm studying the difference between simplified and traditional characters.