metas de vida
/metas de bida/from spelling rules
The English phrase "life goals" is translated into Spanish as metas de vida.
The phrase refers to the long-term ambitions or achievements a person hopes to accomplish during their lifetime. You can also use the synonym objetivos de vida to express the same idea of life objectives or goals.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase metas de vida is composed of metas (goals), de (of) and vida (life), literally meaning "goals of life".
Which one should you use?
While metas de vida and objetivos de vida are often interchangeable, objetivos de vida specifically translates to "life objectives/goals".
Did you know?
- The word meta is also used in Spanish to describe the finish line of a race. This creates a poetic double meaning where a 'life goal' is both the destination and the final line one crosses.
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, the concept of 'life goals' is often discussed through the lens of el proyecto de vida, which treats one's future as a formal 'life project' or blueprint.
- While metas de vida is common, you might hear people use the word anhelos to describe more emotional or soulful life goals, as it implies a deep, heartfelt yearning.
Examples in context
- Es importante establecer metas de vida claras y realistas para encontrar satisfacción y éxito en el camino.It is important to establish clear and realistic life goals to find satisfaction and success on the way.
- Crear una lista de objetivos para la vida nos ayuda a mantenernos enfocados y motivados en nuestro crecimiento personal y profesional.Creating a list of life goals helps us stay focused and motivated in our personal and professional growth.
- Mis metas en la vida incluyen viajar por el mundo, aprender a tocar guitarra y ser una persona positiva.My life goals include traveling the world, learning to play the guitar and being a positive person.
- Compartir nuestros objetivos de vida con alguien de confianza puede brindarnos apoyo y motivación mutua en nuestro camino hacia el éxito.Sharing our life goals with someone trustworthy can provide us with mutual support and motivation on our way to success.
- Tengo grandes metas de vida, como fundar una organización benéfica y escribir un libro.I have great life goals, such as founding a charity organization and writing a book.
- Mis objetivos para la vida son convertirme en un líder respetado en mi campo y construir una carrera sólida.My life goals are to become a respected leader in my field and build a solid career.
- Me gustaría alcanzar mis metas en la vida, ya sabes, ser feliz y disfrutar cada día.I would like to achieve my life goals, you know, to be happy and enjoy every day.
- Uno de mis objetivos de vida es viajar y conocer diferentes culturas alrededor del mundo.One of my life goals is to travel and get to know different cultures around the world.
- Mis metas de vida son viajar por el mundo y escribir un libro.My life goals are to travel the world and write a book.
- ¿Cuáles son tus metas de vida?What are your life goals?
- Él está trabajando para alcanzar sus metas de vida.He is working to achieve his life goals.
Example conversation
Mateo and Lucía are talking about their future over coffee.
- MateoLucía, ¿has pensado en tus metas de vida?Lucía, have you thought about your life goals?
- LucíaSí, Mateo, quiero viajar por todo el mundo.Yes, Mateo, I want to travel all over the world.
- MateoEsas son metas de vida muy inspiradoras.Those are very inspiring life goals.
- LucíaGracias, espero lograrlas pronto.Thanks, I hope to achieve them soon.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
