Also means
spiritual (in certain contexts)
Usage Note
Geistig can describe mental capacity (geistige Arbeit = intellectual work) or spiritual dimension (geistige Nahrung = spiritual nourishment). Context determines the sense; in evaluating character it usually means mentally sharp or mentally oriented.
Examples
"Sie schätzt geistig anspruchsvolle Gespräche mehr als Smalltalk."
Natural Translation
She values intellectually demanding conversations more than small talk.
Literal Translation
She values mentally demanding conversations more than small talk.
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