VocabJLPT N2
intellect
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. head
  2. 2. brains
  3. 3. intellect
Refers to the brain or intellect, often used to describe someone's mental ability or intelligence. It can appear in expressions praising a person's sharp thinking or analytical skills.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He crowed, "That's what separates us intellectually."

Sentence 2

He's been smug ever since someone told him he "uses his mind differently."

Sentence 3

If we're going to play something, why not a game that actually makes you think?

Sentence 4

Fair warning — I'm not great at mind games.

Sentence 5

Even when people tell me "You're really smart," I can't just take the compliment.