“明智”常见的英文表达有 wise、sensible 或 prudent,具体使用哪个词取决于语境:
wise:强调有智慧、有远见,能做出正确判断。例如:
It's wise to save some money for the future.(为将来存点钱是明智的。)
sensible:侧重于指行为或决定是合理、切合实际的。例如:
It's sensible to wear warm clothes in winter.(冬天穿暖和的衣服是明智的。)
prudent:更正式一些,强调谨慎、明智,避免风险。例如:
It would be prudent to check the terms and conditions before signing the contract.(在签订合同前检查条款和条件是谨慎的。)