Definition
智能 (zhì néng) refers to intelligence as a capacity or system, especially in technology (smart devices, AI). Unlike 聪明 (cōng míng), which describes a person's natural cleverness, 智能 is used for artificial or built-in intelligence. It is also more concrete than 智慧 (zhì huì 'wisdom'), which implies deep insight.
noun
intelligence
adjective
smartintelligent
Easily confused
- 只能zhǐ néngsound-alikecan only (expressing limitation or single option)
- 职能zhí néngsound-alikefunction (of an organization, system, or position)
Examples
- 智能。Xiànzài hěnduō rén dōu yòng zhì néng shǒujī.Many people use smartphones nowadays.
- 。Réngōng zhì néng shì yí gè zhòngyào de lǐngyù.Artificial intelligence is an important field.
- 智能。Zhège zhì néng jiātíng xìtǒng hěn fāngbiàn.This smart home system is very convenient.
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