Sternberg's theory identifies three types of intelligence: practical, creative, and analytical. Practical intelligence, as proposed by Sternberg, is sometimes compared to “street smarts.” Being practical means you find solutions that work in your everyday life by applying knowledge based on your experiences.

What is Sternberg's definition of intelligence?

Psychologist Robert Sternberg defined intelligence as "mental activity directed toward purposive adaptation to, selection, and shaping of real-world environments relevant to one's life."

What is meant by practical intelligence?

the ability to apply one's intelligence in practical, everyday situations. In the triarchic theory of intelligence, it is the aspect of intelligence that requires adaptation to, shaping of, and selection of new environments. Compare analytical intelligence; creative intelligence.