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purpose

/ˈpɜːpəs/ /ˈpɝpəs/

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noun

Objectif, but, intention

An objective to be reached; a target; an aim; a goal.

Examples :

"My purpose for studying hard is to get good grades in school. "

Mon objectif en étudiant dur est d'obtenir de bonnes notes à l'école.

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noun

But, intention

A result that is desired; an intention.

Examples :

"My purpose in taking this class is to learn more about computer programming. "

Mon but en suivant ce cours est d'en apprendre davantage sur la programmation informatique.

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noun

Intention, résolution, détermination

The act of intending to do something; resolution; determination.

Examples :

"My purpose in studying hard was to get good grades. "

Mon intention en étudiant dur était d'obtenir de bonnes notes.

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noun

Objet, but, sujet

The subject of discourse; the point at issue.

Examples :

"The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the new project deadlines. "

L'objet de la réunion était de discuter des nouveaux délais du projet.

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noun

But, objectif

The reason for which something is done, or the reason it is done in a particular way.

Examples :

"The purpose of turning off the lights overnight is to save energy."

Le but d'éteindre les lumières la nuit est d'économiser de l'énergie.

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noun

Exemple, cas

Instance; example.

Examples :

"The teacher gave a purpose of a healthy diet in class – an example of a balanced meal plan. "

Le professeur a donné en classe un exemple d'alimentation saine – un exemple de régime alimentaire équilibré.

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verb

Avoir l'intention de, se proposer de

To have set as one's purpose; resolve to accomplish; intend; plan.

Examples :

"She purposefully studied hard for the exam. "

Elle avait l'intention d'étudier dur pour l'examen.

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verb

Être destiné à, être conçu pour

(passive) To design for some purpose.

Examples :

"The architect purposely designed the school building for maximum natural light. "

L'architecte a délibérément conçu le bâtiment scolaire pour un maximum de lumière naturelle.

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verb

Discuter, discourir

Examples :

"The teacher will purpose a discussion about the upcoming exam. "

Le professeur va discuter d'une discussion sur l'examen à venir.

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