English–German
“smart” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ɪntɛliˈgɛnt/
Example
Mein Bruder ist intelligenter als ich.
My brother is smarter than I am.
How to say “smart” in German
“Smart” in German is intelligent.
A mind that takes in new facts quickly and connects them into sound conclusions.
Example sentences with intelligent
In Gesprächen versucht sie manchmal, intelligent zu erscheinen.
In conversations, she sometimes tries to appear intelligent.
Tips for using intelligent
- Intelligent usually describes intellectual ability, while practical cleverness is often expressed by klug or schlau.
Other German words for “smart”
Er ist schlauer als sein Bruder.
He is smarter than his brother.