layunin
The Filipino word for goal is layunin.
Layunin refers to a goal or an objective. You may also encounter the English loanword target used interchangeably to mean goal.
Meaning: result one is attempting to achieve (noun)
Which one should you use?
The word pangarap means dream and can be used to express short-term goals.
Did you know?
- The root word layon can also refer to the 'object' of a sentence in Filipino grammar, linking the concept of a goal to the grammatical object being acted upon.
- When discussing a 'goal' in the context of a game like football, Filipinos use the English word 'goal' rather than layunin, as the latter sounds too philosophical for sports.
- If a goal is particularly ambitious or feels like a distant dream, you might use the word adhikain instead of layunin. This carries a more formal, almost noble connotation of a 'cause'.
Examples in context
- Naabot niya ang kanyang layunin.She achieved her goal.This sentence shows how to express the achievement of a layunin.Tatoeba #11578660 by qwertzu, translation #389034 by CK
- Hindi naabot ang parehong layunin.Neither goal has been achieved.This sentence uses layunin to describe goals that have not been reached.Tatoeba #11578680 by qwertzu, translation #4529628 by CK
- Layunin kong aralin ang iyong wika.My goal is to learn your language.This sentence illustrates using layunin to state an intention or aim.Tatoeba #5214040 by kanlaon, translation #2375611 by ddnktr
- Ang layunin ko ay maging matagumpay sa aking propesyonMy goal is to become successful in my profession
- Ang target ko ay makapagtapos ng aking pag-aaralMy goal is to finish my studies
- Ang hangarin ko sa buhay ay magkaroon ng magandang pamilyaMy goal in life is to have a beautiful family
- Ang layunin ko ay…My goal is…
- Gusto kong…I want to…
- Ang aming layuninOur goal
- Ang iyong hangarinYour goal
- Ang pangarap kong maging doktorMy dream of becoming a doctor
- Layunin kong makamit ang tagumpay sa aking pag-aaralMy goal is to achieve success in my studies
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Example conversation
Maria and Ricardo are discussing their plans for the future.
- MariaAno ang iyong layunin sa buhay?What is your goal in life?
- RicardoAng layunin ko ay makatapos ng pag-aaral.My goal is to finish my studies.
- MariaMagandang layunin iyan para sa iyo.That is a good goal for you.
- RicardoSalamat, gagawin ko ang lahat.Thank you, I will do my best.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
