Aim for Meaning in English
expression
ˈeɪm/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
AIM-for
ˈeɪm/ /fˈɔː
AIM-faw
Definition
To try or plan to achieve a specific goal; to direct your efforts toward reaching something you want.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both formal and informal contexts. Often followed by nouns or gerunds ('aim for success', 'aim for winning'). Similar to 'strive for' or 'go for', but 'aim for' emphasizes intention or target-setting. Avoid confusing with 'aim at', which can also mean physically pointing.
Spanish: apuntar a - aspirar aPortuguese (BR): mirar para - almejarPortuguese (PT): apontar para - ambicionarChinese (Simplified): 以...为目标Chinese (Traditional): 以...為目標Hindi: का लक्ष्य रखनाArabic: يهدف إلىBengali: লক্ষ্য করা - চেষ্টা করাRussian: стремиться к - добиватьсяJapanese: 目指す - 目標にするVietnamese: hướng tới - nhắm tớiKorean: 목표로 하다 - 지향하다Turkish: hedeflemek - amaçlamakUrdu: ہدف بنانا - نشانہ بناناIndonesian: mengincar - menargetkan
Example Sentences
You should aim for a high score on the test.
basic
Many people aim for success in their careers.
basic
We always aim for improvement in our work.
basic
If you don't aim for something, you'll never get it.
natural
They're aiming for the championship this year.
natural
I always aim for doing my best, no matter what.
natural