Intelligences (en. Intelligences)

/ɛ̃.teli.ʒɑ̃s/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Quality of someone who understands quickly or easily.
His great intelligence allows him to solve complex problems in no time.
Sa grande intelligence lui permet de résoudre des problèmes complexes en un rien de temps.
Ability to reason, to think abstractly.
She possesses an analytical intelligence that impresses her colleagues.
Elle possède une intelligence analytique qui impressionne ses collègues.
Set of different cognitive skills.
Multiple intelligences suggest that everyone has a unique combination of skills.
Les intelligences multiples suggèrent que chacun a une combinaison unique d'aptitudes.
Ability to adapt to new situations.
Emotional intelligence is essential for navigating interpersonal relationships.
L'intelligence émotionnelle est essentielle pour naviguer dans les relations interpersonnelles.

Etymology

From the Latin 'intelligentia', meaning understanding, intellect.

Common Phrases and Expressions

artificial intelligence
A computer system capable of performing tasks that require human intelligence.
intelligence artificielle
emotional intelligence
The ability to recognize, understand, and manage one's own emotions and those of others.
intelligence émotionnelle
collective intelligence
Knowledge that emerges from the collaboration of multiple individuals.
intelligence collective

Related Words

intelligent
Who shows a great capacity for knowledge or discernment.
intelligent
intellect
Ability to think and understand, often associated with abstract reasoning.
intellect
cognition
Mental process of acquiring knowledge and understanding.
cognition

Slang Meanings

Brain
That guy is a real brain, he always has the right answers.
Ce gars-là est un véritable cerveau, il a toujours les bonnes réponses.
Nerd
Don't invite him to the party, he's too much of a nerd.
Ne l'invite pas à la fête, il est trop intello.