intend
gb/ɪntˈɛnd/ us/ɪntˈɛnd/
B1
Англійська
~ 1000
Значення
0 значень
Дієслово
B1
state
1
Plan or aim to do something
To plan or want to do something.
Модель уживання:
to intend to [do something]
Поширена помилка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'intend' with 'attend'. 'Intend' means to plan or aim, while 'attend' means to be present at an event.
Синоніми
plan (More general; can refer to making arrangements, not just having an aim.)
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aim (Focuses more on the goal rather than the act of planning.)
Антоніми
neglect (Implies not planning or failing to consider doing something.)
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forget (Implies losing the idea or plan from memory.)
Словосполучення
intend to go
|intend to use
|intend to start
|fully intend
|intend for someone
Теми
daily life
|planning
|communication
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
Приклади
- I intend to finish this project by Friday.
- She intends to move abroad next year.
- We fully intend to keep our promise.
- They intend for their children to attend college.
- I never intended to hurt your feelings.
Навчальні приклади
- I intend to call you tomorrow.
- He intends to buy a car.
- We intend to visit Paris.
- She intends to learn English.
- They intend to play soccer.
Дієслово
B2
state
2
Mean something by words or actions
To mean something when you say or do it.
Модель уживання:
to intend [something] by [words/action]
Поширена помилка:
Learners may confuse this with simply 'meaning' something without considering intention; 'intend' stresses deliberate choice.
Синоніми
mean (Most common equivalent; 'intend' can sound slightly more formal or deliberate.)
Антоніми
misinterpret (Implies understanding differently from what was meant.)
Словосполучення
intend a message
|intend meaning
|intend as a compliment
Теми
communication
|interpretation
|core_vocabulary
Приклади
- What do you intend by that remark?
- I intended my comment as a joke.
- He intended the gift as a peace offering.
Навчальні приклади
- I intended my words as thanks.
- She intended the smile as a welcome.
- He intended the note as a warning.
Дієслово
B1
action
3
Design for a particular use/person
To make or choose something for a person or purpose.
Модель уживання:
to intend [something] for [someone/something]
Синоніми
designate (More formal; often used in official contexts.)
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allocate (Focuses on assigning resources rather than purpose.)
Антоніми
misuse (Using something for a purpose it was not planned for.)
Словосполучення
intended for children
|intended audience
|intended use
Теми
design
|planning
|core_vocabulary
|work
Приклади
- This book is intended for beginners.
- The funds are intended for community projects.
- The medicine is intended to treat high blood pressure.
Навчальні приклади
- This toy is intended for small children.
- The food is intended for the party.
- This chair is intended for the office.
Граматика
Словникова форма
intend
IPA
GB/ɪntˈɛnd/
US/ɪntˈɛnd/
Склади й наголос
in - tend (2 склади)
Stress on 2nd syllable (tend)
Форми слова
Verb
- Base: intend
- 3rd Person Singular: intends
- Present Participle: intending
- Past: intended
Споріднені слова
Forms
intends
verb
intending
verb
intended
verb
Core family
Related words
intent
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
unintentional
adjective
unintentionally
adverb
unintended
adjective
Advanced or less common
intentionality
noun
Вирази
be intended for someone/something
1/bˈi ɪntˈɛndɪd fɚ sˈoʊmˈoʊnsəmˈɛθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
Made or meant for someone/purpose
To be made or planned for a specific person or thing.
Приклади
- This letter is intended for you only.
- These lessons are intended for advanced students.
intend to do something
1/ɪntˈɛnd tə dˈu sˈʌmθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
Plan to perform an action later
To plan or want to do an action in the future.
Приклади
- I intend to call her tonight.
- They intend to start the meeting at 9 a.m.
what do you intend by that?
1/wˈʌt dˈu jˈu ɪntˈɛnd bˈaɪ ðˈæt ‖/
fixed phrase
Ask meaning behind words/actions
Used to ask what someone means by what they said or did.
Приклади
- What do you intend by that comment?
- What exactly do you intend by giving me this?