purposes

[/ˈpɜːrpəsɪz/]

nounpl: purposes

propósitos

1. The reason for which something is done or created; the intended use or function

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

O propósito desta reunião é discutir o cronograma do projeto.

2. An intended or desired result; a goal or aim

She achieved her purposes through hard work and dedication.

Ela alcançou seus propósitos através do trabalho duro e dedicação.

3. Determination or resolve in accomplishing something

He acted with great purpose and conviction.

Ele agiu com grande propósito e convicção.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

propósitos

Standard usage across Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

propósitos

Same as general Brazilian Portuguese

São Paulo

propósitos

Same as general Brazilian Portuguese

Portugal

propósitos

Standard usage; may also use 'fins' in formal contexts

on purpose - de propósito (intentionally)

for all intents and purposes - praticamente, essencialmente (in effect)

cross purposes - propósitos contraditórios (working toward conflicting goals)

to good purpose - com bom resultado (effectively)

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