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“ingenuity” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/iŋˈxenjo/

Example

El ingenio del equipo fue clave.

The team's ingenuity was key.

Illustration for ingenio (ingenuity)

How to say “ingenuity” in Spanish

“Ingenuity” in Spanish is ingenio.

A quick, inventive mind that produces original ideas or sharp responses.

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

Example sentences with ingenio

Ella supo mostrar ingenio ante el problema inesperado.

She knew how to display ingenuity when faced with the unexpected problem.

Tips for using ingenio

  • Common expressions with this word include tener ingenio to praise quick wit, mostrar ingenio to show cleverness, and falta de ingenio to note a lack of inventiveness.

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