klugen
Translation
clever, smart, wise, intelligent
Examples
Ich folge dem klugen Rat meines Vaters.
I follow my father's wise advice.
Er sucht einen klugen Mitarbeiter.
He is looking for a clever employee.
Grammar Patterns
ein kluger Mann (nom.) a clever man A clever man learns from his mistakes.
einen klugen Plan (acc.) a clever plan She developed a clever plan.
mit einem klugen Freund (dat.) with a clever friend I am speaking with a clever friend.
Similar Words
Synonyms: intelligent, schlau, weise; Antonyms: dumm, töricht
Etymology
From Middle High German 'kluoc', meaning 'fine, brave, clever'. Related to Dutch 'kloek'.
Memory Tips
It sounds similar to 'clue'. A clever ('klug') person can figure out the clues.