利口(りこう)

りこう
na-adjective, noun
clever, smart
formalliterarydescriptive
1. clever, smart, intelligent
Having or showing quick understanding and practical wisdom.
利口(りこう)な子(こ)だ。
They are a clever child.
もっと利口(りこう)に行動(こうどう)すればよかった。
I should have acted more wisely.
あの犬(いぬ)はとても利口(りこう)だ。
That dog is very smart.
Often used for animals showing intelligence

Usage: 利口(りこう) describes practical intelligence or cleverness, often implying quick-wittedness or wise behavior.

Nuance: Can imply shrewdness or being street-smart, not just book-smart.

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Synonym: 賢(かしこ)い (wise, intelligent)
Compare: 頭(あたま)がいい (smart, intelligent)
Compare: 聡明(そうめい) (brilliant, sagacious)
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Added 2026.1.12 22:34 · Revised 2026.9.4 21:29
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