B2 adjective ニュートラル

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.

例文

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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.

語族

名詞
intelligence
副詞
intelligently
形容詞
intelligent
関連
intellectual
💡

覚え方のコツ

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

クイックテスト

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

正解!

正解は: intelligence

例文

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.

語族

名詞
intelligence
副詞
intelligently
形容詞
intelligent
関連
intellectual

よく使う組み合わせ

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

よく使うフレーズ

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.

よく混同される語

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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使い方のコツ

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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よくある間違い

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

💡

覚え方のコツ

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

📖

語源

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

文法パターン

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

文化的な背景

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

クイックテスト

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

正解!

正解は: intelligence

関連単語

principled

C2

Acting in accordance with morality and high standards of behavior. It describes a person or an action guided by a strict set of values and integrity rather than by personal gain or convenience.

analytical

C1

Relating to or using analysis or logical reasoning to understand something by breaking it down into its constituent parts. It describes a systematic approach to problem-solving and the ability to evaluate information critically.

approach

C1

A systematic way of dealing with something or a specific perspective taken when addressing a problem or task. It can also refer to the physical act of moving nearer to someone or something in distance or time.

authorize

C1

To grant official permission or legal power to someone to perform a specific action or to allow something to happen. It typically involves a formal process or a person in a position of authority validating a request or procedure.

beneficial

B2

Beneficial describes something that has a good effect or promotes well-being. It is frequently used in formal or academic contexts to highlight the advantages or positive outcomes of a specific action, substance, or situation.

consistent

C2

The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary over time, or the state of being coherent and not contradictory in logical or behavioral terms. Physically, it refers to the degree of thickness, firmness, or viscosity found in a substance.

constitutional

C2

Relating to the fundamental principles or established laws that govern a state or organization. It can also refer to an individual's physical health or inherent temperament.

contextual

B2

Relating to the circumstances or setting in which something exists or occurs. It describes information that helps explain the meaning of an event, statement, or idea by looking at its surroundings.

contract

C1

A formal and legally binding agreement between two or more parties that establishes mutual obligations. In academic and legal contexts, it refers to the specific terms, conditions, and enforcement mechanisms that govern a transaction or relationship.

contractor

C1

A person or company that performs work or provides goods and services under a specific legal agreement. Unlike a regular employee, a contractor is usually hired for a specific project or a fixed period of time as an independent entity.

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