The word "savvy" has its roots in Latin "sapere," meaning "to be wise or knowing". The word was borrowed into West Indies pidgin from French "savez-vous," Portuguese "(você) sabe," or Spanish "(usted) sabe," all of which come from Vulgar Latin *sapere. The word "savvy" can be used as an adjective to describe someone who is shrewd, well-informed, and perceptive, especially in practical matters. It can also be used as a verb meaning "to understand". The noun form of "savvy" refers to practical sense or intelligence.
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