B2 adjective Neutral

intelligence

/ɪnˈtel.ɪ.dʒəns/

Intelligence is the ability to learn, understand, and apply knowledge or skills to solve problems and adapt to new situations. It can also refer to the collection of secret information, especially regarding military or political matters.

Beispiele

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1

His emotional intelligence helps him navigate complex social situations easily.

His ability to understand and manage emotions allows him to handle difficult social interactions well.

2

The report contains intelligence concerning the security of the national borders.

The document includes secret information regarding the safety of the country's borders.

3

You need some street intelligence if you're going to travel across the city alone.

You need practical, real-world knowledge to travel safely through the city by yourself.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
intelligence
Adverb
intelligently
Adjektiv
intelligent
Verwandt
intellectual
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Merkhilfe

Think of 'Intel' (the computer chip company). A chip provides the 'intelligence' or the processing power for the computer to work.

Schnelles Quiz

Scientists are concerned about the rapid development of artificial _______ and its impact on the job market.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: intelligence

Beispiele

1

His emotional intelligence helps him navigate complex social situations easily.

everyday

His ability to understand and manage emotions allows him to handle difficult social interactions well.

2

The report contains intelligence concerning the security of the national borders.

formal

The document includes secret information regarding the safety of the country's borders.

3

You need some street intelligence if you're going to travel across the city alone.

informal

You need practical, real-world knowledge to travel safely through the city by yourself.

4

The study explores the correlation between fluid intelligence and cognitive aging.

academic

The research examines the relationship between the ability to solve new problems and the aging of the mind.

5

Our firm uses competitive intelligence to stay ahead of emerging market trends.

business

Our company gathers data about competitors to remain successful in the changing market.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
intelligence
Adverb
intelligently
Adjektiv
intelligent
Verwandt
intellectual

Häufige Kollokationen

artificial intelligence computer systems that perform tasks requiring human-like thinking
emotional intelligence the capacity to be aware of and control one's emotions
gather intelligence to collect secret or strategic information
intelligence quotient a score derived from standardized tests to measure mental ability
military intelligence information about an enemy's capabilities and intentions

Häufige Phrasen

Artificial Intelligence

The simulation of human intelligence by machines.

Intelligence gathering

The process of collecting information for security purposes.

Central Intelligence

The main agency responsible for national security information.

Wird oft verwechselt mit

intelligence vs intelligibility

Intelligence refers to mental capacity, whereas intelligibility refers to how easily speech or writing can be understood.

intelligence vs intellect

Intellect is the specific faculty of reasoning and objective thought, while intelligence is a broader ability to apply knowledge.

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Nutzungshinweise

When referring to mental ability, 'intelligence' is usually an uncountable noun. When referring to a government agency or secret data, it is often used in a collective sense.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often try to pluralize it as 'intelligences' when describing one person's brainpower; it should remain singular as an abstract concept.

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Merkhilfe

Think of 'Intel' (the computer chip company). A chip provides the 'intelligence' or the processing power for the computer to work.

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Wortherkunft

Derived from the Latin 'intelligentia', coming from 'intelligere', which means to understand, perceive, or choose between.

Grammatikmuster

Uncountable noun (e.g., 'He has high intelligence') Often followed by a phrase beginning with 'to' (e.g., 'the intelligence to realize...')
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Kultureller Kontext

In many Western cultures, intelligence has traditionally been measured by IQ tests, though theories of 'multiple intelligences' (creative, social, etc.) are becoming more popular.

Schnelles Quiz

Scientists are concerned about the rapid development of artificial _______ and its impact on the job market.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: intelligence

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