isteț
witty, sharp, bright
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/isˈtet͡s/
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Cultural Note
Isteț is a native Romanian word (unlike the Latinate 'inteligent') and carries a sense of quick-witted cleverness and street smarts. It implies natural sharpness rather than book learning and is especially used to praise quick thinking.
📝 Example Sentences
Ce copil isteț ai!
What a bright child you have!
Ești foarte isteață, ai găsit soluția imediat.
You're very sharp, you found the solution immediately.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | istețe |
| masculine_plural | isteți |
| feminine_singular | isteață |
| masculine_singular | isteț |