purpose in Japanese
purpose in Japanese is 目的, 目標, 意図 — purpose means the reason something exists or is done; its intended goal.
purpose in Japanese
目的
Pronounced: mokuteki
The end for which something is done, is made or exists.
目標
Pronounced: mokuhyō
The end for which something is done, is made or exists.
意図
Pronounced: ito
Resolution; determination.
意向
Pronounced: ikō
Resolution; determination.
What does "purpose" mean?
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noun The reason something exists or is done; its intended goal.
"What is the purpose of this button on the remote?"
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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 Japanese?
"purpose" in Japanese is 目的, 目標, 意図. purpose means: The reason something exists or is done; its intended goal.
How do you pronounce 目的?
"purpose" in Japanese is 目的, pronounced "mokuteki".
How do you use "purpose" in a sentence?
Example: "What is the purpose of this button on the remote?" In Japanese, "purpose" is 目的, 目標, 意図.
Are there other ways to say "purpose" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 4 translations listed for "purpose": 目的, 目標, 意図, 意向.
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