true purpose
[truː ˈpɜːrpəs]
noun phrasepl: true purposes
verdadeiro propósito
1. The genuine or original intention behind an action, decision, or existence; the real reason something is meant to be or do
The true purpose of education is to develop critical thinking skills, not just memorize facts.
O verdadeiro propósito da educação é desenvolver habilidades de pensamento crítico, não apenas memorizar fatos.
2. The authentic goal or function that something or someone was fundamentally designed or meant for
She finally discovered her true purpose in life when she started volunteering at the shelter.
Ela finalmente descobriu seu verdadeiro propósito na vida quando começou a trabalhar como voluntária no abrigo.
3. The core objective beneath surface-level explanations or appearances
The true purpose of the meeting was not to discuss sales, but to announce layoffs.
O verdadeiro propósito da reunião não era discutir vendas, mas anunciar demissões.
The concept of 'finding one's true purpose' is particularly emphasized in contemporary American self-help and personal development culture. In Brazil, this concept relates strongly to philosophical and spiritual discussions about life meaning (sentido da vida). Portuguese usage tends to be more formal and philosophical. The phrase is commonly used in motivational contexts in both cultures.
NYC Slang
the real deal / what it's really about
Related Idioms & Phrases
true purpose of one's existence
discover one's true purpose
the true purpose behind something
serve one's true purpose
understand the true purpose
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