
Aim to… (打算/旨在)
The new environmental program aims toprotect endangered species.
这项新的环保计划旨在保护濒危物种。
Be about to do sth (刚要做某事)
She was about to answer the phone when thedoorbell rang.
她刚要接电话,门铃就响了。
For the sake of 为了
They moved to the countryside for the sake
of their children’s health.
他们为孩子的健康搬到乡下。
In order to/So as to 为了
She studies hard in order to get into a topuniversity.
她努力学习以进入顶尖大学。
Mean to do sth (打算做某事)
I meant to call you yesterday, but Iforgot.
我昨天打算给你打电话,但忘了。
End最终目的(常与means对比)
They believe the end justifies the means.
他们认为目的正当即可不择手段。
Goal (目标)
His ultimate goal is to become aprofessional musician.
他的最终目标是成为一名职业音乐家。
Intend (计划/打算)
We intend to visit the ancient templeduring the summer vacation.
我们计划在暑假参观那座古寺。
Intention (意图)
Her intention in sharing the story was toinspire others.
她分享这个故事的意图是激励他人。
Mission 使命
NASA’s mission is to explore space.
NASA的使命是探索太空。
Objective (目标)
The team’s objective is to complete theproject ahead of schedule.
团队的目标是提前完成项目。
Purpose (目的)
The purpose of this workshop is to teachbasic first aid skills.
这个研讨班的目的是教授基础急救技能。
Target 可量化的目标
We need to hit the sales target byDecember.
我们需在12月前达成销售目标。