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English - Japanese
Intended
ɪnˈtɛndəd
Very common
~ 2100
~ 2100
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
意図された (いとされた), 狙っている (ねらっている), 予定された (よていされた), 意図 (いと), 目的 (もくてき)
Intended meanings in Japanese
意図された (いとされた)
Example:
The changes were intended to improve efficiency.
その変更は効率を改善するために意図された。
She intended to call you yesterday.
彼女は昨日あなたに電話するつもりだった。
Usage: FormalContext: Used in contexts where plans or purposes are being discussed.
Note: This meaning focuses on the intention behind actions or decisions.
狙っている (ねらっている)
Example:
The advertisement is intended for young adults.
その広告は若い大人を狙っている。
This feature is intended for advanced users.
この機能は上級者を狙っている。
Usage: InformalContext: Commonly used in marketing or targeting discussions.
Note: This meaning emphasizes the specific audience or group that is the target.
予定された (よていされた)
Example:
The meeting is intended to start at 10 AM.
その会議は午前10時に予定されている。
The project is intended to be completed by next month.
そのプロジェクトは来月までに予定されている。
Usage: FormalContext: Used in scheduling or planning contexts.
Note: This meaning relates to the timeline or scheduling of events.
意図 (いと), 目的 (もくてき)
Example:
His intended message was misunderstood.
彼の意図したメッセージは誤解された。
The intended purpose of this tool is to simplify tasks.
このツールの意図された目的は作業を簡素化することです。
Usage: FormalContext: Used in discussions about communication or objectives.
Note: This meaning delves into what someone aims to convey or achieve.
Intended's synonyms
planned
Something that is planned is carefully thought out in advance and intended to happen in a certain way.
Example: The planned route took us through the scenic countryside.
Note: While 'intended' implies a purpose or goal, 'planned' specifically refers to the act of making arrangements or preparations for something in advance.
expected
If something is expected, it is thought to be likely to happen or be true.
Example: The expected outcome of the experiment was to prove the hypothesis correct.
Note: While 'intended' suggests a deliberate aim or purpose, 'expected' focuses on what is anticipated or foreseen.
desired
Something that is desired is wanted or wished for.
Example: The desired outcome of the negotiations was a fair compromise for both parties.
Note: While 'intended' conveys a specific intention or aim, 'desired' emphasizes what is wanted or wished for.
Intended expressions, common phrases
On purpose
This phrase means doing something deliberately or intentionally.
Example: She spilled the drink on purpose to get his attention.
Note: While 'intended' refers to something planned or meant, 'on purpose' emphasizes the deliberate nature of an action.
By design
This phrase implies that something was intentionally created or arranged in a specific way.
Example: The meeting room was arranged by design to encourage collaboration.
Note: Similar to 'intended', 'by design' emphasizes the intentional aspect of an action or outcome.
Deliberately
When something is done deliberately, it means it was done intentionally or consciously.
Example: He deliberately left his keys at home so he wouldn't be tempted to drive.
Note: While 'intended' can refer to a broader sense of purpose, 'deliberately' specifically highlights the conscious decision-making behind an action.
With the aim of
This phrase indicates the purpose or goal behind an action or decision.
Example: She started volunteering with the aim of helping others in need.
Note: Unlike 'intended', 'with the aim of' explicitly states the goal or objective that is being pursued.
By intention
This phrase suggests that something was not done accidentally but was meant or planned.
Example: His remarks were misunderstood, as they were not made by intention to offend anyone.
Note: Similar to 'intended', 'by intention' emphasizes that actions or statements were not accidental but purposeful.
On target
This phrase means hitting or reaching the intended goal or objective.
Example: The marketing campaign was right on target, reaching the intended audience effectively.
Note: 'On target' specifically refers to achieving the desired outcome or reaching the intended audience, emphasizing successful alignment with the goal.
Intended everyday (slang) expressions
Meant to
In spoken language, 'meant to' is used to convey something that was intended or supposed to happen, but didn't.
Example: I'm sorry I forgot to call you earlier, it was meant to be the first thing I did today.
Note: While 'intended' implies a conscious decision or plan, 'meant to' can also indicate that the action did not occur as planned.
Supposed to
'Supposed to' is used to express something that was expected or intended to happen, but didn't.
Example: I was supposed to finish the report by noon, but I got caught up in other work.
Note: Similar to 'meant to,' 'supposed to' also implies an expectation of an action happening, but it may not have been fulfilled.
Meant for
'Meant for' implies that something was intended or designed for a specific purpose or person.
Example: I think this message was meant for someone else, not me.
Note: 'Intended' focuses on the general plan or purpose, while 'meant for' suggests a specific recipient or purpose.
Designed for
When something is 'designed for' a particular purpose, it means it was intended or created with that specific function in mind.
Example: These shoes are not designed for running, they're more for casual wear.
Note: While 'intended' can be a general term, 'designed for' emphasizes the purposeful creation or adaptation for a specific use.
Planned for
To be 'planned for' indicates that an event or action was scheduled or arranged to take place at a certain time.
Example: The meeting was planned for next week, but it got rescheduled to a later date.
Note: While 'intended' focuses on the initial intention, 'planned for' highlights the preparation or scheduling aspect of the intention.
Projected to
'Projected to' implies an anticipated outcome or planned development that may or may not occur as intended.
Example: The budget was projected to increase by 10% this year, but due to unexpected costs, it remained the same.
Note: Unlike 'intended,' 'projected to' involves a prediction or estimation of a future outcome rather than a deliberate plan.
Aimed for
When one is 'aimed for' a specific goal, it means they had that goal or target in mind as their intention.
Example: She aimed for the top score in the exam, but fell just short of it.
Note: 'Aimed for' implies a directed effort towards a particular objective, different from the broader concept of 'intended.'
Intended - Examples
The intended outcome of the project was to increase sales.
She intended to go to the gym, but ended up staying home.
The email was intended for the marketing team, but was accidentally sent to the entire company.
Intended grammar
Intended - Verb (Verb) / Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle)
Lemma: intend
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): intended
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): intending
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): intends
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): intend
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): intend
Syllables, Separation and Stress
intended Contains 3 syllables: in • tend • ed
Phonetic transcription: in-ˈten-dəd
in tend ed , in ˈten dəd (The red syllable is stressed)
Intended - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
intended: ~ 2100 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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