starting goal

[/ˈstɑːrtɪŋ ɡoʊl/]
nounpl: starting goals
objetivo inicial
1. The first or primary aim that one sets out to achieve at the beginning of a project, journey, or endeavor
Her starting goal was to run a 5K marathon within six months.
O objetivo inicial dela era correr uma maratona de 5K em seis meses.
2. In sports, particularly soccer/football, the first goal scored in a match
The player celebrated scoring the starting goal for his team.
O jogador comemorou marcar o primeiro gol para seu time.
3. The initial target or milestone in a sequence of planned objectives
The starting goal of the business plan was to establish brand awareness.
O objetivo inicial do plano de negócios era estabelecer a consciência da marca.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'starting goal' is commonly used in fitness, business, and sports discourse. Brazilians often use this term in motivational and planning contexts, particularly in professional environments and personal development discussions. The term reflects a goal-oriented culture present in both the USA and Brazil.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
initial goalprimary objectivefirst aimopening targetfirst milestone
Antonyms / Antônimos
final goalultimate objectiveend goalfinishing objective

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
objetivo inicial
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
meta inicial
Commonly used in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
primeiro objetivo
More conversational usage
Portugal
objetivo inicial / meta inicial
Both terms are equally acceptable in European Portuguese

Related Words

objectivetargetmilestoneaimpurposeaspiration

Related Idioms & Phrases

start the ball rolling
get the ball rolling
set the ball in motion
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