Japanese

もくてき
Meaning: purpose; goal; objective
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

この旅行の目的は、温泉にゆっくり入ることです。
The purpose of this trip is to relax in a hot spring.
目的のためには手段を選ばない。
The ends justify the means.
犯人は身代金目的で子供を誘拐した。
The criminal kidnapped the child for ransom.
彼はついに念願の目的を遂げた。
He finally achieved his long-cherished goal.
彼はありとあらゆる手段を尽くして目的を達成した。
He used every possible means to achieve his goal.

Usage Notes

Refers to the aim or reason behind an action or event.

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