purpose in German

purpose in German is Zweck, Ziel, Grund — purpose means the reason something exists or is done; its intended goal.

purpose in German

Zweck

noun

The end for which something is done, is made or exists.

Ziel

noun

The end for which something is done, is made or exists.

Grund

noun

(Sense of having a) meaning for existing or doing something.

Absicht

noun

Resolution; determination.

Intention

noun

Resolution; determination.

Thema

noun

(obsolete) The subject of discourse; the point at issue.

beabsichtigen

verb

(transitive) To have or set as one's purpose or aim; resolve to accomplish; intend; plan.

planen

verb

(transitive) To have or set as one's purpose or aim; resolve to accomplish; intend; plan.

vorschlagen

verb

(transitive) To have or set as one's purpose or aim; resolve to accomplish; intend; plan.

What does "purpose" mean?

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

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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.

Similar words in German

aim function goal object objective propose purport resolve

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "purpose" in German?

"purpose" in German is Zweck, Ziel, Grund. 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 German, "purpose" is Zweck, Ziel, Grund.

Are there other ways to say "purpose" in German?

Yes — German has 9 translations listed for "purpose": Zweck, Ziel, Grund, Absicht, Intention, Thema.

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