A sharp wit Meaning in English
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈʃɑɹp/ /ˈwɪt
uh SHARP wit
æɪ/ /ʃˈɑːp/ /wˈɪt
uh SHAHP wit
Definition
The ability to think and respond quickly with clever or funny comments, especially in conversation.
Usage & Nuances
Usually a compliment, indicating intelligence mixed with humor. Common in formal and informal settings. Often describes someone's conversational style: 'She has a sharp wit.' Not to be confused with 'wit' meaning just intelligence—'a sharp wit' adds a sense of quick, clever humor.
Spanish: una aguda inteligencia - ingenio agudoPortuguese (BR): um raciocínio rápido - humor afiadoPortuguese (PT): um raciocínio rápido - humor afiadoChinese (Simplified): 敏锐的机智Chinese (Traditional): 敏銳的機智Hindi: तीक्ष्ण बुद्धि - चुटीला दिमागArabic: ذهن حاد - ذكاء سريع البديهةBengali: তীক্ষ্ণ বুদ্ধি - প্রখর রসবোধRussian: острый ум - остроумиеJapanese: 鋭い機知Vietnamese: trí thông minh sắc sảo - óc hài hước sắc bénKorean: 날카로운 재치Turkish: keskin zekâ - hazırcevaplıkUrdu: تیز ذہانت - حاضر جوابیIndonesian: kecerdasan tajam - kepandaian berbicara
Example Sentences
Mark is known for a sharp wit.
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She answered the joke with a sharp wit.
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Lucy’s sharp wit makes everyone laugh.
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You need a sharp wit to keep up with his jokes.
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People love her for her kindness and sharp wit.
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Don’t underestimate her—she has a sharp wit and always finds the perfect comeback.
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