Die Intelligenz
Example: Die Intelligenz des Teams beeinflusst den Projekterfolg maßgeblich.
Definition
"Die Intelligenz" refers to the ability to acquire, understand, and apply knowledge and skills effectively. It encompasses mental capacity, reasoning, problem-solving, and learning, and is crucial for decision-making and adapting to new situations, such as how a team's intelligence influences project success.
Etymology
The word "die Intelligenz" comes from the Latin 'intelligentia,' meaning 'understanding' or 'discernment.' It entered German through French during the early modern period, reflecting the human capacity for thought and comprehension. Did you know that intelligence was once primarily linked to philosophical and theological contexts before becoming a psychological term?
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"Die Intelligenz" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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