Spanish word

meta

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈmeta/

Meaning

  • feminine noungoal

Example

Mi meta es aprender español.

My goal is to learn Spanish.

Illustration for meta (goal)

More examples

Tengo una meta a corto plazo: practicar español 15 minutos al día.

I have a short-term goal: to practice Spanish 15 minutes a day.

Core concept

A target bullseye.

Common phrases

  • una meta a corto plazo

    a short-term goal

  • una meta a largo plazo

    a long-term goal

  • mi meta personal

    my personal goal

Similar words

objetivo: Clearly defined, practical target used to measure progress.
intención: Inner inclination or readiness to act.
propósito: Deliberate aim motivated by personal will.

Definition in Spanish

Punto de llegada o referencia que marca lo que se quiere conseguir; finalidad que orienta decisiones y esfuerzos.

Word origin

The word meta derives from Latin meta 'turning point' or 'limit', originally a physical turning-post in races and so a point to be reached.

Usage tips

  • When stating an overarching aim, speakers often say esta es mi meta, while adding un objetivo or un paso specifies a concrete or short-term aim.

Other meanings

  • purposenoun

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