inteligencia
/inteliˈxenθja/feminine
The English word intelligence is translated into Spanish as inteligencia. Wiktionary also lists sabiola (Americanism).
Meaning: capacity of mind (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| inteligencia | /inteliˈxenθja/ /inteliˈxensja/ |
feminine |
| sabiola (Americanism) | feminine |
The term refers to the capacity of the mind.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain and parts of South America, sagacidad might be utilized to describe practical intelligence or common sense.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun inteligencia is feminine, so it is used with the feminine article la.
How do you pronounce it?
/inteliˈxenθja/
Did you know?
- The Latin root of inteligencia contains the verb legere, which means 'to choose' or 'to pick out'. This suggests that being intelligent is fundamentally the ability to pick the right options.
- Spanish speakers often use the word listo to describe intelligence in a daily context, which can mean either 'smart' or 'ready', depending on the grammar used.
- The Americanism sabiola is a playful, colloquial way to refer to intelligence, derived from the word sabio, meaning 'wise'.
Examples in context
- No insultes mi inteligencia.Don't insult my intelligence.The sentence is useful for expressing that one should not insult their intelligence using inteligencia.Tatoeba #2078288 by lazarus1907, translation #1183839 by Scott
- A veces dudo de tu inteligencia.Sometimes I doubt your intelligence.The sentence is useful for expressing doubt about someone's intelligence using inteligencia.Tatoeba #558596 by Shishir, translation #38266 by CK
- Por favor no insultes mi inteligencia.Please don't insult my intelligence.The sentence is useful for asking someone not to insult one's intelligence using inteligencia.Tatoeba #4900836 by Ruthdq, translation #4900674 by CK
- La inteligencia emocional es crucial para el éxito en el ámbito laboralEmotional intelligence is crucial for success in the workplace
- Su sagacidad para resolver problemas es excepcionalHis astuteness in problem-solving is exceptional
- Ella tiene mucha picardía para resolver situaciones complicadasShe has a lot of cleverness in solving complicated situations
- Creo que Manuel tiene mucha picardía para ganarse la vida en el mercado laboral actualI think Manuel has a lot of cleverness to make a living in the current job market
- Él tiene una inteligencia aguda para tomar decisiones rápidasHe has a sharp intelligence for making quick decisions
- El coeficiente intelectual (CI) es una medida de inteligencia aceptada a nivel mundialThe intelligence quotient (IQ) is a globally accepted measure of intelligence
- En el ámbito científico, la inteligencia artificial está revolucionando la manera en que interactuamos con la tecnologíaIn the scientific field, artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the way we interact with technology
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Example conversation
Sofía and Javier are discussing a complex science documentary.
- SofíaEs fascinante la inteligencia de los delfines.The intelligence of dolphins is fascinating.
- JavierSí, demuestran una inteligencia asombrosa.Yes, they demonstrate amazing intelligence.
- SofíaJavier, ¿crees que podemos entender su inteligencia?Javier, do you think we can understand their intelligence?
- JavierEs una pregunta muy difícil.It is a very difficult question.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “intelligence” translations and entries inteligencia, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries inteligencia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
