Spanish · Adjectives
Inteligente
Intelligent / Smart
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Having a high level of mental ability.
Example
Es una persona muy inteligente.
She is a very intelligent person.
Etymology
'Inteligente' comes from the Latin 'intelligentem', which is the accusative form of 'intelligens', meaning 'understanding' or 'intelligent'. The term has maintained a close connection to its original meaning.
How & Where It’s Used
'Inteligente' is used in both formal and informal contexts, prevalent in spoken and written language throughout Spanish-speaking regions.