"intent" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 意图
• 目的

Definition

做某事的强烈目的或计划；你决定行动时的目标。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

多用于正式语境，如法律、商业和正式文件中。常见搭配'with the intent to...'。与'intention'很像，但'intent'更正式和具体。

Examples

Her intent was to help the team finish early.

她的**意图**是帮助团队提前完成。

He left with the intent to return soon.

他带着很快回来的**意图**离开了。

What was your intent when you called her?

你打电话给她时的**意图**是什么？

You can tell by his eyes that his intent is serious.

从他的眼神可以看出他的**意图**很认真。

The law considers his intent before deciding punishment.

法律在决定惩罚前会考虑他的**意图**。

I have every intent of keeping my promise this time.

这次我完全有**意图**信守诺言。