intends
word · lemma: intend
/ˌɪnˈtɛndz/
/ɪntˈɛndz/
Definition
To plan or aim to do something; to have a purpose or goal in mind for a particular action.
Usage & Nuances
'Intends' is formal or neutral and usually followed by 'to' (intend to do). It refers to definite plans or aims, not just wishes. Do not confuse with 'expects' (anticipates to happen), as 'intend' focuses on personal purpose.
Spanish: pretende - piensa (hacer algo)Portuguese (BR): pretende - tencionaPortuguese (PT): pretende - tencionaChinese (Simplified): 打算 - 意图Chinese (Traditional): 打算 - 意圖Hindi: इरादा रखता है - चाहना (कुछ करना)Arabic: ينوي - يعتزمBengali: উদ্দেশ্য করে - পরিকল্পনা করেRussian: намереваетсяJapanese: 意図しているVietnamese: dự định - có ý địnhKorean: 의도하다 - 계획하다Turkish: niyet ediyor - amaçlıyorUrdu: ارادہ رکھتا ہےIndonesian: bermaksud - berniat
Example Sentences
She intends to study abroad next year.
basic
He intends to call you soon.
basic
The company intends to hire more staff this year.
basic
If she really intends to quit, she should tell her boss soon.
natural
No one intends to make a mistake, but it happens.
natural
He clearly intends for us to finish by Friday, so let’s get moving.
natural