intellectual
intellektuell – intellektueller – am intellektuellsten
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intellectual
Concerning the mind, thinking, or mental activity. The word describes something shaped by reflection and mental abilities.
Die intellektuelle Analyse des Problems führte zu einer neuen Lösung.
The intellectual analysis of the problem led to a new solution.
intellectual
Educated, cultured, and interested in challenging ideas or cultural topics.
Er ist sehr intellektuell und liest viel Philosophie.
He is very intellectual and reads a lot of philosophy.
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'Intellektuell' (intellectual) is especially common in academic, cultural, and journalistic texts. Depending on the noun it refers to, it describes either mental activity or an educated person or group interested in ideas.
Die intellektuelle Debatte über künstliche Intelligenz dauerte mehrere Stunden.
The intellectual debate about artificial intelligence lasted several hours.
In the meaning of 'das Denken betreffend' (concerning thinking), 'intellektuell' (intellectual) frequently appears with words such as 'Fähigkeit' (ability), 'Leistung' (achievement), 'Analyse' (analysis), and 'Auseinandersetzung' (engagement). It usually describes mental work or the use of one's mind.
Das Spiel stellt hohe intellektuelle Anforderungen an die Teilnehmer.
The game places high intellectual demands on the participants.
In the meaning of 'gebildet und an anspruchsvollen Ideen interessiert' (educated and interested in challenging ideas), 'intellektuell' (intellectual) can describe people, circles, or a social milieu. Typical collocations include 'intellektueller Austausch' (intellectual exchange), 'intellektuelles Umfeld' (intellectual environment), and 'intellektuelle Kreise' (intellectual circles).
Sie fühlt sich in diesem intellektuellen Umfeld sehr wohl.
She feels very comfortable in this intellectual environment.
