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purpose in Dutch

purpose in Dutch is doel, reden, bedoeling — purpose means the reason something exists or is done; its intended goal.

purpose in Dutch

doel
noun
The end for which something is done, is made or exists.
reden
noun
The end for which something is done, is made or exists.
bedoeling
noun
The end for which something is done, is made or exists.
nut
noun
The end for which something is done, is made or exists.
strekking
noun
The end for which something is done, is made or exists.
nut
noun
(Sense of having a) meaning for existing or doing something.
reden
noun
(Sense of having a) meaning for existing or doing something.
zin
noun
(Sense of having a) meaning for existing or doing something.
opzet
noun
Resolution; determination.
bedoeling
noun
Resolution; determination.
intentie
noun
Resolution; determination.
vastberadenheid
noun
Resolution; determination.
van plan zijn
verb
(transitive) To have or set as one's purpose or aim; resolve to accomplish; intend; plan.

What does "purpose" mean?

  1. noun The reason something exists or is done; its intended goal.
    "What is the purpose of this button on the remote?"
  2. verb To intend or plan to do something.
    "She purposed to learn the piano before the end of the year."
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purpose in a sentence

  • What is the purpose of this button on the remote?
  • The purpose of the meeting was to finalize the budget.
  • She purposed to learn the piano before the end of the year.
  • They purposed to visit every castle on the island during their holiday.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "purpose" in Dutch?
"purpose" in Dutch is doel, reden, bedoeling. purpose means: The reason something exists or is done; its intended goal.
How do you use "purpose" in a sentence?
Example: "What is the purpose of this button on the remote?" In Dutch, "purpose" is doel, reden, bedoeling.
Are there other ways to say "purpose" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 10 translations listed for "purpose": doel, reden, bedoeling, nut, strekking, zin.
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