Katalangkasan (en. Intelligence)

/ˌka.ta.laŋ.ka.san/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The ability to understand and acquire knowledge.
The intelligence of children is amazing.
Ang katalangkasan ng mga bata ay kamangha-mangha.
The relationship between intellect and experience in knowledge formation.
Intelligence shows the importance of experience in learning.
Pinapakita ng katalangkasan ang kahalagahan ng karanasan sa pagkatuto.
Knowledge shaped through education and training.
Intelligence is crucial for a country's development.
Mahalaga ang katalangkasan sa pag-unlad ng isang bansa.

Etymology

Derived from the words 'intelligence' and 'companionship'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

intelligence in studying
Ability to acquire and understand information.
katalangkasan sa pag-aaral
forms of intelligence
Various types of intelligence or skills.
mga anyo ng katalangkasan

Related Words

intelligence
The ability to think clearly and correctly.
katalinuhan
knowledge
A store of information and understanding on various subjects.
kaalaman

Slang Meanings

Extraordinary intelligence or ability.
Wow, his brilliance in exams is outstanding, he's always top of the class!
Grabe, talagang katalangkasan niya sa mga exam, lagi siyang top sa klase!
Unique skill or talent in something.
This kid's talent in drawing is amazing!
Ang katalangkasan ng batang ito sa pag-drawing ay nakakamangha!
Speaking with a high level of knowledge or deliberately difficult to understand.
He pretended to be knowledgeable, but his overly sophisticated language made me not understand him.
Nagpanggap siyang marunong, pero sa sobrang katalangkasan ng salita, hindi ko siya naintindihan.