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Scharfsinn

acumen, keenness of mind

noun SHARF-zin Rare
Mind & Emotions Mental States

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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