B2 noun Neutro

intuition

/ˌɪntjuˈɪʃn/

Intuition is the ability to understand or know something immediately without the need for conscious reasoning or formal proof. It is often described as a 'gut feeling' or an instinctive sense that guides decision-making and perception.

Exemplos

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1

I had an intuition that it was going to rain, so I decided to bring my umbrella just in case.

I had an instinctive feeling that it would rain, so I brought an umbrella as a precaution.

2

The researcher relied on her professional intuition to formulate a hypothesis before the data was fully analyzed.

The researcher used her expert insight to create a theory before the analysis was complete.

3

Just trust your intuition; if the deal feels wrong, it probably is.

Simply trust your gut feeling; if the arrangement doesn't feel right, it likely isn't.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
intuition
Verb
intuit
Advérbio
intuitively
Adjetivo
intuitive
Relacionado
intuitiveness
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Dica de memorização

Think of 'in-tuition' as having an 'internal teacher' (tuition) inside your mind that tells you the answer without you having to study for it.

Quiz rápido

The detective had a strong ________ that the witness wasn't telling the whole truth.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: intuition

Exemplos

1

I had an intuition that it was going to rain, so I decided to bring my umbrella just in case.

everyday

I had an instinctive feeling that it would rain, so I brought an umbrella as a precaution.

2

The researcher relied on her professional intuition to formulate a hypothesis before the data was fully analyzed.

formal

The researcher used her expert insight to create a theory before the analysis was complete.

3

Just trust your intuition; if the deal feels wrong, it probably is.

informal

Simply trust your gut feeling; if the arrangement doesn't feel right, it likely isn't.

4

In the study of epistemology, intuition is often contrasted with empirical evidence and rational deduction.

academic

In theory of knowledge, instinctive knowing is often compared to evidence and logical reasoning.

5

Successful entrepreneurs often combine market analysis with a keen intuition for emerging trends.

business

Successful business owners often mix data analysis with a sharp sense for new trends.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
intuition
Verb
intuit
Advérbio
intuitively
Adjetivo
intuitive
Relacionado
intuitiveness

Colocações comuns

follow your intuition to act based on what your gut tells you
sharp intuition having a very accurate or quick instinctive understanding
rely on intuition to depend on instinctive feelings rather than facts
creative intuition instinctive insight used in artistic or innovative work
mathematical intuition an instinctive understanding of numbers and patterns

Frases Comuns

gut intuition

a deep, instinctive feeling in one's stomach or mind

by intuition

knowing or doing something through instinct rather than learning

moment of intuition

a sudden flash of instinctive understanding

Frequentemente confundido com

intuition vs instinct

Instinct is usually an innate, biological drive (like a bird migrating), while intuition is an unconscious cognitive process based on experience.

intuition vs intention

Intention refers to a plan or purpose, whereas intuition refers to a feeling or way of knowing.

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Notas de uso

Intuition can be used as both an uncountable noun (general sense) and a countable noun (a specific instance of a feeling). In professional settings, it is often paired with 'experience' to validate its use.

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Erros comuns

Learners sometimes use 'an intuition' when they mean 'a hunch'. While 'an intuition' is grammatically correct, 'my intuition' or 'a gut feeling' is often more natural in casual speech.

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Dica de memorização

Think of 'in-tuition' as having an 'internal teacher' (tuition) inside your mind that tells you the answer without you having to study for it.

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Origem da palavra

From the Late Latin 'intuitio', meaning 'a look at, gazing at, or contemplation', derived from 'intueri' (to look at).

Padrões gramaticais

Often followed by a 'that' clause (e.g., 'an intuition that he was lying') Can be used uncountably to refer to the faculty of knowing Frequently preceded by possessive adjectives (my, her, their)
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Contexto cultural

In many Western cultures, 'female intuition' is a common idiom suggesting that women have a superior instinctive understanding of social or emotional situations.

Quiz rápido

The detective had a strong ________ that the witness wasn't telling the whole truth.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: intuition

Palavras relacionadas

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

for

A1

Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.

not

A1

A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.

with

A1

A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.

he

A1

A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

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