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How to Say "objectives" in Spanish

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objetivos

ohb-heh-TEE-vohs/oβxeˈtiβos/

nounA2general
Use 'objetivos' for concrete, measurable goals or targets, often in personal, professional, or academic contexts.
A storybook illustration showing an arrow hitting the center of a colorful bullseye target set up on a grassy field.

Examples

Mis objetivos para este año son viajar más y ahorrar dinero.

My goals for this year are to travel more and save money.

El equipo no cumplió con los objetivos de ventas del trimestre.

The team did not meet the sales targets for the quarter.

Establecer objetivos claros ayuda a mantenerse motivado.

Setting clear objectives helps you stay motivated.

Masculine Plural

Remember that 'objetivos' is masculine and plural. If you talk about just one goal, use 'objetivo' (singular).

Using the wrong gender

Mistake: “La objetivos”

Correction: Los objetivos. Because it is a masculine word, you must use the masculine articles ('los', 'unos', 'mis', etc.).

miras

MEE-rahs/ˈmiɾas/

nounB2general
Use 'miras' when referring to general aims, prospects, or intentions, often implying a future outlook or broader purpose.
A stylized figure standing triumphantly on the peak of a brightly colored, simple mountain, signifying achieved goals or aims.

Examples

El plan fue diseñado con miras a largo plazo.

The plan was designed with long-term aims in mind.

Debemos analizar las miras de esta nueva ley.

We must analyze the intentions of this new law.

Ajustó las miras del rifle antes de disparar.

He adjusted the sights of the rifle before shooting.

Always Plural

When 'miras' means 'aims' or 'intentions,' it is almost always used in its plural form, even if you are referring to a single overall goal.

Choosing Between 'Objetivos' and 'Miras'

Learners often use 'miras' when they mean specific, actionable goals. Remember that 'objetivos' is the go-to word for concrete targets, while 'miras' is more about general intentions or future prospects.

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