brains
Translation
intelligence, intellect, mastermind
Examples
She has the brains for this difficult job.
She has the brains for this difficult job.
He was the brains behind the whole operation.
He was the brains behind the whole operation.
Grammar Patterns
((have the)) brains ((for sth./to-inf)) to have the intelligence for something You have the brains to solve this problem.
((be the)) brains ((behind sth.)) to be the mastermind of something She was the brains behind the project.
Similar Words
Synonyms: intelligence, intellect, smarts, wit
Etymology
The plural form of 'brain', used figuratively to mean intelligence or mental capacity.
Memory Tips
Think of 'brains' (plural) as representing a greater amount of mental power or intelligence.