JLPT N3 Intermediate
賢い
Wise, clever, or well-behaved regarding children or pets
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Other forms
賢く adverbial form
賢くない negative form
賢かった past form
1 I-adjective
Clever" / "Smart" / "Wise
Refers to possessing good judgment, shrewdness, or practical wisdom rather than just academic intelligence.
Example
彼女 は とても 賢い ので 、 いつも 一番 いい 方法 を 見つけます 。
She's very clever, so she always finds the best way.
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2 I-adjective
Well-behaved
Describes a child or pet that is obedient, docile, and follows instructions properly.
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