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    Afin (en. In order to)

    /a.fɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    conjunction
    Used to introduce a goal or intention.
    He studies in order to pass his exams.
    Il étudie afin de réussir ses examens.
    Indicates a necessity to achieve a result.
    She practices every day in order to improve.
    Elle s'exerce chaque jour afin de s'améliorer.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'ad finem', meaning 'towards the end'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    so that
    Introduces a goal or intention.
    afin que
    in order to
    Used to express an intention.
    afin de
    in order to do well
    To achieve something adequately.
    afin de bien faire

    Related Words

    goal
    A goal or intention.
    but
    objective
    The intended result.
    objectif
    purpose
    The meaning or purpose of an action.
    finalité

    Slang Meanings

    For a specific reason.
    He did that in order to get noticed.
    Il a fait ça afin qu'on le remarque.
    With a precise intention.
    She took this path in order to avoid running into her ex.
    Elle a pris ce chemin afin de ne pas croiser son ex.