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ser un genio

English translation of ser un genio

being a genius

The phrase 'ser un genio' is Spanish for 'being a genius'. This phrase is often used to describe someone who shows exceptional intellectual ability, creative productivity, or ability to understand concepts and ideas quickly. It can also be used sarcastically or humorously for someone who has done something clever or creative.


Example sentences using: ser un genio

Para resolver este problema, necesitas ser un genio

English translation of Para resolver este problema, necesitas ser un genio

To solve this problem, you need to be a genius

This sentence illustrates the use of 'ser un genio', which means 'to be a genius'. It is used to express someone's outstanding intelligence needed to perform a complex task, in this case, solving a problem.

Mi profesor de matemáticas siempre decía que Einstein solía ser un genio

English translation of Mi profesor de matemáticas siempre decía que Einstein solía ser un genio

My math teacher would always say that Einstein used to be a genius

In this example, 'ser un genio' is used to refer to the intelligence and academic prowess of Einstein. Note that the Spanish verb 'ser' is used here in its imperfect form 'solía ser' because it refers to something that used to happen in the past.

No es fácil ser un genio en un mundo lleno de personas normales

English translation of No es fácil ser un genio en un mundo lleno de personas normales

It's not easy to be a genius in a world full of normal people

This sentence demonstrates the usage of 'ser un genio' to describe the feeling of being intellectually superior and different than the rest. Here, the phrase describes the perceived challenges of being a genius in a world where most people are considered ordinary. It is illustrating a situation where someone feels isolated because of their exceptional intellectual capacity.

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