simplificados

Simplificados is the plural form of simplificado, an adjective used in Spanish and Portuguese to describe things that have been made simpler or reduced to a more basic form. The term is widely used across disciplines to indicate a reduction in complexity, representation, or detail.

Etymology and usage. The word derives from the Latin simplificatus and is used in everyday language and technical contexts to mark that a version has been streamlined or shortened. The masculine plural form simplificados accompanies masculine nouns, while simplificadas would be used with feminine nouns.

In mathematics and formal sciences. In math, simplificados often refer to expressions or models reduced to their simplest terms. Examples include fracciones simplificadas (fractions reduced to lowest terms) and expresiones simplificadas (simplified expressions). In physics, chemistry, economics, and related fields, simplificados describe models, equations, or representations that retain essential features while omitting less critical details.

In language and communication. In linguistics and pedagogy, the term can describe phonological, orthographic, or grammatical forms that have been simplified. This can apply to simplified spelling, pronunciation patterns, or streamlined linguistic analyses designed to facilitate learning or analysis.

In technology and design. In computing, software design, and user interfaces, simplificados refer to simplified interfaces or tools that prioritize ease of use and accessibility over full feature richness.

See also: simplification, simplified form, reduced representation.