目的
The reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists; an intention or objective.
Examples
3 of 5我来这里的目的是为了学习。
My purpose in coming here is to learn.
本研究的目的在于探讨其背后的机制。
The purpose of this study is to explore the underlying mechanisms.
公司的主要目的是获得利润。
The company's primary objective is to make a profit.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Mù (目) means eye, and dì (的) means target. It's the point where your eyes are focused.
Quick Quiz
写这篇文章的___是呼吁人们保护环境。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 目的
Examples
我来这里的目的是为了学习。
everydayMy purpose in coming here is to learn.
本研究的目的在于探讨其背后的机制。
academicThe purpose of this study is to explore the underlying mechanisms.
公司的主要目的是获得利润。
businessThe company's primary objective is to make a profit.
请明确说明您的访问目的。
formalPlease state clearly the purpose of your visit.
你这么做到底有什么目的？
informalWhat exactly is your purpose for doing this?
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
达到目的
to achieve one's end
别有用心
to have an ulterior motive (idiom)
最终目的
ultimate goal
Often Confused With
目标 (mùbiāo) is more like a target or a goal to hit, while 目的 (mùdì) is the reason or intent behind an action.
Usage Notes
Crucial for introducing the thesis or the goal of an essay or experiment.
Common Mistakes
Sometimes learners confuse '目的' with '目的地' (destination).
Memory Tip
Mù (目) means eye, and dì (的) means target. It's the point where your eyes are focused.
Word Origin
目 (eye) + 的 (target center).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
写这篇文章的___是呼吁人们保护环境。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 目的
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宣称
B1To state something publicly or officially, often without providing proof yet; to claim or assert.
优异
B1Extremely good; outstanding; far above average in quality or performance.
核实
B1To check and confirm the accuracy or truth of information, facts, or data, often through investigation or comparison with reliable sources.
反差
B1A striking difference between two things when they are compared or placed together. It is often used to highlight differences in quality, appearance, or statistics.
未必
B1Not necessarily or not likely. It is an essential hedging word in academic writing to express uncertainty or to avoid making absolute statements.
不可或缺
B1Indispensable or absolutely necessary. It is used to emphasize that something is a vital component of a system or process.
众所周知
B1As is well known or widely known. It is used to introduce a general fact that provides context for a more specific argument.
与其
B1Rather than. It is used in the pattern '与其...不如...' to compare two choices and express a preference for the second one.
不可否认
B1Undeniable. It is used to introduce a point that is so obvious or well-supported that it cannot be argued against.
基于
B1Based on or according to. It is used to indicate the foundation, evidence, or starting point of a theory, decision, or study.
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