inteligente
intelligent, smart
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/in.te.liˈxen.te/
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Cultural Note
Calling someone 'inteligente' in Spanish culture is a straightforward, well-received compliment. In romantic contexts, many Spanish speakers value intelligence alongside physical attractiveness, and 'inteligente' is commonly used in dating profiles and compliments to express admiration beyond looks.
📝 Example Sentences
Eres una persona muy inteligente.
You are a very intelligent person.
Hizo una observación muy inteligente.
She made a very intelligent observation.
No solo es guapo, también es inteligente.
He's not only handsome, he's also smart.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | inteligente |
| masculine | inteligente |
| feminine_plural | inteligentes |
| masculine_plural | inteligentes |