intelligent
intelligent; smart
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ˌɪntɛliˈɣɛnt/
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Cultural Note
Intelligent is more formal than 'slim.' The Dutch education system identifies intelligence early and streams students. Being called intelligent is a significant compliment, though the Dutch prefer demonstrated intelligence over claimed intelligence.
📝 Example Sentences
Ze is een intelligente vrouw.
She is an intelligent woman.
Dat was een intelligente opmerking.
That was an intelligent remark.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | intelligent |
| inflected | intelligente |
| comparative | intelligenter |
| superlative | intelligentst |