intelektuwalismo
intelektuwalísmo with stress marks
intellectualism
Usage Note
Intelektuwalismo is a formal philosophical and sociological term referring to the elevation of rational thought and scholarly reasoning. It appears in academic texts, editorials, and debates about education and public life, but not in everyday conversation.
Examples
" Mahilig siya sa intelektuwalismo. "
Natural Translation
He/She is fond of intellectualism.
Literal Translation
Fond he/she of intellectualism.
" Pinupuna ng ilang kritiko ang sobrang intelektuwalismo sa sining. "
Natural Translation
Some critics fault excessive intellectualism in art.
Literal Translation
Criticized of-the some critics the excessive intellectualism in-the art.
" Bagaman mahalaga ang intelektuwalismo, hindi dapat kalimutan na ang tunay na karunungan ay nakaugat din sa karanasan at damdamin. "
Natural Translation
Although intellectualism is important, one must not forget that true wisdom is also rooted in experience and emotion.
Literal Translation
Although important the intellectualism, not should forgotten that the true wisdom is rooted also in experience and emotion.
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