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intellect
A person's ability to think, understand, and draw logical conclusions; the mind or intellectual ability.
Seine scharfen Analysen zeugen von einem brillanten Intellekt.
His sharp analyses show a brilliant intellect.
'Intellekt' (intellect) is a word used in elevated or formal language. It is often found in written texts, analyses, or discussions about intellectual abilities.
Die Autorin beeindruckt in ihren Essays mit ihrem scharfen Intellekt.
The author impresses in her essays with her sharp intellect.
The word 'Intellekt' (intellect) is often combined with adjectives that describe the type of thinking. Typical examples are 'scharfer' (sharp), 'brillanter' (brilliant), 'analytischer' (analytical), or 'klarer' (clear) Intellekt.
Der Detektiv löste den Fall dank seines analytischen Intellekts.
The detective solved the case thanks to his analytical intellect.
To express that someone has this ability, the verbs 'haben' (to have) or 'besitzen' (to possess) are often used. You can also say that an action 'von Intellekt zeugt' (shows intellect).
Sie besitzt einen außergewöhnlichen Intellekt und lernt sehr schnell.
She possesses an extraordinary intellect and learns very quickly.
spirit / mind
'der Geist' and 'der Intellekt' both have to do with thinking and understanding. 'Intellekt' especially means the ability to think logically and understand difficult things. The word sounds somewhat elevated and is often used in connection with education, talent, or clear thinking. 'Geist' is broader: it can also include a person's feelings, will, and inner strength. When it is only about intelligent thinking, 'Intellekt' is more precise; when it is more generally about a person's inner life or thinking, 'Geist' fits better.
Für diese Aufgabe braucht man nicht nur Fleiß, sondern auch einen scharfen Intellekt.
For this task, you need not only diligence but also a sharp intellect.
Nach dem Spaziergang war mein Geist wieder klar.
After the walk, my mind was clear again.