Also means
perspicacity
Usage Note
Scharfsinn denotes acute, penetrating intelligence — the ability to perceive fine distinctions and draw sharp conclusions. The adjective scharfsinnig is equally common. Often used in praise: mit großem Scharfsinn.
Examples
"Mit bemerkenswertem Scharfsinn löste er das logische Rätsel."
Natural Translation
He solved the logic puzzle with remarkable acumen.
Literal Translation
With remarkable keenness-of-mind solved he the logical puzzle.
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