elementary

adjective
UK: /ˌelɪˈmentri/
US: /ˌelɪˈmentri/

  1. Simple and easy to understand.

    1. This is elementary math for kids to learn fast. [ ] [ ]
    2. The detective found the solution elementary, but the police were clueless. [ ] [ ]

  2. Relating to the early stages of education.

    1. My child goes to elementary school near our house. [ ] [ ]
    2. The museum offers elementary science programs for young children and their families. [ ] [ ]

  3. Basic or fundamental.

    1. We need elementary supplies to start the project now. [ ] [ ]
    2. The report contains only elementary data, further research is required urgently. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

basic fundamental simple introductory

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "elementary" in English means: Simple and easy to understand., Relating to the early stages of education., Basic or fundamental..

The phonetic transcription of "elementary" is /ˌelɪˈmentri/ in British English and /ˌelɪˈmentri/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "elementary": basic, fundamental, simple, introductory.

Example usage of "elementary": "This is elementary math for kids to learn fast.". More examples on the page.