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What does "目的" mean in English?
purposeこのプロジェクトの目的は何ですか？
What is the purpose of this project?
How to use "目的" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
general
The reason or goal for which something is done or created; an intended outcome or aim.
彼は健康のために毎日運動する目的でジムに通っている。
He goes to the gym every day with the purpose of improving his health.
この法律の目的は環境保護を促進することです。
The purpose of this law is to promote environmental protection.
Often used in formal and informal contexts to describe goals, intentions, or reasons behind actions or creations.
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Pro Tip
Common Usage
'目的' is often used to describe the reason behind an action or the goal of a project or activity.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
While '目的' is neutral, the context can shift its formality. In business or academic settings, it is often used formally.
Word Origin
Derived from the combination of '目' (me, meaning 'eye' or 'goal') and '的' (teki, meaning 'target' or 'aim').
Usage Notes
Can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Often paired with verbs like '達成する' (achieve) or '持つ' (have).
Word Breakdown
目
eye, goal
root的
target, aim
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