Propósito (en. Purpose)

/proˈpo̞sito/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Reason or intention for doing something.

The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the future of the project.

El propósito de esta reunión es discutir el futuro del proyecto.

Objective that is intended to be achieved.

My purpose for this year is to learn a new language.

Mi propósito para este año es aprender un nuevo idioma.

Purpose or goal in life.

Each person must find their purpose in life.

Cada persona debe encontrar su propósito en la vida.

From Latin 'propositum', meaning 'what is proposed'.

on purpose

With intention or deliberately.

a propósito

purpose of amendment

Intention to improve or correct behavior.

propósito de enmienda

to have a purpose

To have a clear goal or objective.

tener un propósito

propose

To suggest or present something for consideration.

proponer

disposition

State of mind that determines a person's behavior.

disposición

intention

The desire to do something.

intención

Life goal or personal objectives.

My purpose is to move forward and be happy.

Mi propósito es salir adelante y ser feliz.

Commitment or determination.

That is my purpose and no one can stop me.

Ese es mi propósito y no hay quien me detenga.