aim
gb/ˈeɪm/ us/ˈeɪm/
A2
English
~ 1400
céloz, megcéloz, ráirányít, az a célja, hogy, célul tűz ki, törekszik, cél, célzás
VERB
A2
1
Usage pattern:
to aim [something] at [something/someone]
She aimed the camera at the sunset.
A naplementére irányította a fényképezőgépét.
The soldier aimed his rifle at the enemy.
A katona az ellenségre célzott a puskájával.
Aim the remote at the TV for it to work.
He aimed the arrow straight at the bullseye.
The director aimed the spotlight at the main actor.
Learner examples
I aim the ball at the box.
A labdával a dobozt célzom meg.
She aims her phone at the cat.
A macskára irányítja a telefonját.
He aims the water gun at his friend.
We aim the light at the wall.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'aim' with 'shoot'; 'aim' is about pointing, not firing.
Meaning
Point a weapon or device
Collocations
aim carefully
|aim directly
|aim at the target
|aim the camera
|aim the gun
Synonyms
direct (Focuses on guiding something toward a target but can be broader than physical pointing.)
Antonyms
misdirect (Indicates pointing away from the intended target.)
Themes
sports
|military
|photography
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To point something like a gun or camera at something you want to hit or see.
To direct a weapon, camera, or other device toward a target.
VERB
B1
2
Usage pattern:
to aim to [do something]
We aim to finish the project by Friday.
Az a célunk, hogy péntekig befejezzük a projektet.
The new policy aims to reduce pollution.
Az új szabályozás célja, hogy csökkentse a környezetszennyezést.
She aims to become a doctor one day.
The campaign aims to raise awareness about climate change.
Learner examples
I aim to read more books.
Az a célom, hogy több könyvet olvassak.
They aim to win the game.
Az a céljuk, hogy megnyerjék a játékot.
We aim to help people.
He aims to learn English.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'aim to do' with 'plan doing'; correct form is 'aim to do'.
Meaning
Try to achieve a goal
Collocations
aim to please
|aim for success
|aim high
|aim for improvement
Synonyms
intend (Focuses on purpose or plan without necessarily implying effort toward it.)
Antonyms
neglect (Shows lack of effort or intention toward a goal.)
Themes
goals
|business
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To plan or try to get a certain result.
To have the intention of achieving a particular goal or result.
NOUN
A2
3
cél
A2
Her main aim is to improve her English.
A fő célja, hogy javítson az angoltudásán.
The aim of the game is to score more points than the other team.
A játék célja, hogy több pontot szerezz, mint a másik csapat.
Our aim is to provide affordable healthcare.
He achieved his aim of running a marathon.
Learner examples
My aim is to be happy.
Az a célom, hogy boldog legyek.
The aim of this game is to win.
Ennek a játéknak a célja a győzelem.
Her aim is to make friends.
Our aim is to learn English.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use 'aim' instead of 'goal' in places where 'goal' sounds more natural in casual speech.
Meaning
A goal or purpose
Collocations
main aim
|primary aim
|long-term aim
|achieve your aim
Synonyms
objective (Often used in formal contexts for specific goals.)
Antonyms
disregard (Lack of intention or interest in achieving something.)
Themes
goals
|business
|education
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Something you want to do or get; a goal.
A thing that you hope or plan to achieve; an objective.
NOUN
B1
4
célzás
B1
He took careful aim before throwing the dart.
Gondos célzás után dobta el a dartsnyilat.
Her aim was steady despite her nerves.
Bár ideges volt, biztos maradt a célzása.
The archer's aim was perfect.
Learner examples
He has good aim with the ball.
Jól céloz a labdával.
She takes aim before she shoots.
Lövés előtt céloz.
My aim is not good.
Meaning
Act of pointing at target
Collocations
good aim
|take aim
|steady aim
Synonyms
alignment (Refers more specifically to positioning, often in technical contexts.)
Antonyms
misalignment (Failure to direct accurately toward a target.)
Themes
sports
|military
|core_vocabulary
Definition
When you point something like a gun or camera at something you want to hit or see.
The action of directing something, such as a weapon or device, toward a target.
Grammar
Dictionary form
aim
IPA
GB/ˈeɪm/
US/ˈeɪm/
Syllables & stress
aim (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (aim)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: aim
- Plural: aim, aims
Verb
- Base: aim
- 3rd Person Singular: aims
- Present Participle: aiming
- Past: aimed
Word family
Expressions
take aim at
1/tˈeɪk ˈeɪm ˈæt/
fixed phrase
Direct weapon or criticism at target
To point a weapon at someone or something, or to direct strong criticism toward them.
Examples
- The hunter took aim at the deer.
- In his speech, he took aim at unfair laws.
take dead aim at
1/tˈeɪk dˈɛd ˈeɪm ˈæt/
idiom
Focus completely on target/goal
To give all your attention and effort to hitting a target or reaching a goal.
Examples
- He took dead aim at breaking the record.
- The company has taken dead aim at increasing market share.
with the aim of
1/wˈɪθ ðə ˈeɪm əv/
fixed phrase
formal
With purpose of doing something
Having the purpose of doing something.
Examples
- They met with the aim of starting a new project.
- This law was passed with the aim of reducing crime.
aim high
1/ˈeɪm hˈaɪ/
fixed phrase
Set ambitious goals
To try for something big or difficult to reach.
Examples
- You should always aim high if you want to succeed.
- You should always aim high when planning your career.
- She aims high in her career choices.
- The coach told the team to aim high this season.