specific purposes

[spɪˈsɪfɪk ˈpɜrpəsɪz]
noun phrase
propósitos específicos
1. particular, clearly defined objectives or reasons for which something is intended or used
This fund was established for specific purposes such as education and healthcare.
Este fundo foi estabelecido para propósitos específicos como educação e saúde.
2. designated uses that are distinct and well-defined rather than general or vague
The equipment is designed for specific purposes and should not be used for other applications.
O equipamento é projetado para propósitos específicos e não deve ser usado para outras aplicações.
In Brazilian Portuguese business and legal contexts, 'propósitos específicos' and 'objetivos específicos' are used interchangeably, though the latter is increasingly preferred in modern usage. In the USA, this phrase is commonly used in institutional, legal, and financial documentation to denote clearly defined uses of funds or resources.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
particular purposesdesignated purposesdefined objectivesstated aimsintended uses
Antonyms / Antônimos
general purposesvague reasonsundefined objectivesmultiple uses

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
propósitos específicos
Most common translation used in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
objetivos específicos
Alternative preferred in academic and professional settings
São Paulo
fins específicos
More formal, used in legal and business documents
Portugal
objetivos específicos
Preferred in European Portuguese formal contexts

Related Words

purposeobjectivegoalintentiondesignatedparticulardefined

Related Idioms & Phrases

for all intents and purposes
for purposes of
serve a purpose
defeat the purpose
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