1. Linguistic Intelligence: Ability to use language effectively.
2. Logical-Mathematical Intelligence: Ability to reason logically and solve mathematical problems.
3. Spatial Intelligence: Ability to visualize and manipulate objects in space.
4. Musical Intelligence: Ability to perceive, create, and appreciate music.
5. Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence: Ability to control one's body movements and handle objects skillfully.
6. Interpersonal Intelligence: Ability to understand and interact effectively with others.
7. Intrapersonal Intelligence: Ability to understand oneself and one's emotions.
8. Naturalistic Intelligence: Ability to recognize and classify patterns in nature.
Gardner believes that everyone possesses all of these intelligences to varying degrees, and that traditional IQ tests only measure a limited range of abilities. Therefore, he argues that people have the potential to excel in multiple areas.
While Gardner's theory has been influential and widely accepted, it's important to note that there is ongoing debate within the field of psychology about the nature and number of intelligences.