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statement of purpose

[/ˈsteɪtmənt əv ˈpɜrpəs/]
nounpl: statements of purpose
declaração de propósito
1. A formal written document that outlines the goals, intentions, and reasons for undertaking a specific action, project, or application
The university requires applicants to submit a statement of purpose with their application.
A universidade exige que os candidatos apresentem uma declaração de propósito com sua inscrição.
2. A concise explanation of the objectives and motivations behind a business, organization, or initiative
The nonprofit's statement of purpose clearly articulates its commitment to environmental conservation.
A declaração de propósito da organização sem fins lucrativos articula claramente seu compromisso com a conservação ambiental.
Synonyms
mission statementletter of intentstatement of intentpurpose statementobjective statement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
declaração de propósito
Most common usage in academic and professional contexts
General Brazilian
carta de intenção
Alternative term, especially for job applications and admissions
Portugal
declaração de propósito
Standard formal usage
Portugal
exposição de motivos
More formal legal or institutional context

Related Idioms & Phrases

get to the point
cut to the chase
lay out one's intentions
make one's case
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