English–Spanish

“clever” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/iŋxeˈnjoso/

Example

Encontró una solución ingeniosa al problema.

He found a clever solution to the problem.

Illustration for ingenioso (clever)

How to say “clever” in Spanish

“Clever” in Spanish is ingenioso.

An inventive, practical solution.

Full entry for ingenioso: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with ingenioso

Contestó con una réplica ingeniosa y todos rieron.

He answered with a witty retort and everyone laughed.

Tips for using ingenioso

  • Ingenioso commonly highlights practical cleverness or clever workmanship rather than mere originality.

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