1.
intellectual, relating to intellect
Relating to or involving the intellect or mental activity. Used to describe things that are academic, cerebral, or intellectually oriented.
知的な活動を楽しむ。
To enjoy intellectual activities.
知的財産権を守ることが大切だ。
It is important to protect intellectual property rights.
この本は知的好奇心を刺激してくれる。
This book stimulates intellectual curiosity.
2.
intelligent-looking, refined
Describing a person who gives an impression of intelligence or cultivation, often based on appearance or manner.
知的な雰囲気の人だ。
They give off an intelligent air.
めがねをかけると知的に見える。
Wearing glasses makes you look intellectual.
彼女は知的で落ち着いた印象を与える。
She gives an intelligent and composed impression.
USAGE:
知的 functions as a な-adjective. Sense 1 describes things related to intellectual pursuits or mental activity (often in compound terms). Sense 2 is a compliment about someone's refined, intelligent appearance or manner.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 知的財産: intellectual property
- 知的好奇心: intellectual curiosity
- 知的障害: intellectual disability
- 知的な雰囲気: an intellectual atmosphere/air
- 知的に見える: to look intelligent