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目标 (mùbiāo) — use 宗旨 (zōngzhǐ) when referring to the overarching guiding principle, while 目标 (mùbiāo) is more specific to a concrete target or goal.
While 宗旨 is generally used in formal contexts, it may be mistakenly used in casual conversations. Be mindful of the tone; it is not suited for informal discussions. Common collocations include '宗旨明确' (clear objective) and '宗旨一致' (unified aim).
As an HSK 6 word, 宗旨 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to goals and aspirations. Students should focus on usage in formal writing and discussions, developing a sense of how it fits within broader contexts of purpose and objectives.
Learners often confuse 宗旨 with 目标 (mùbiāo) and may use them interchangeably. Remember, 宗旨 emphasizes the overarching purpose, while 目标 focuses on specific targets. For instance, saying '我们的宗旨是提高销量' (Our objective is to increase sales) is incorrect if the intention is to discuss specific sales targets.
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How to say objective in Chinese
“objective” in Chinese is宗旨
The term 宗旨 (zōngzhǐ) refers to the fundamental objective or aim of an organization, activity, or initiative. It is often used in formal contexts such as mission statements or guiding principles, emphasizing the underlying purpose that drives actions and decisions.
When to use 宗旨
While 宗旨 is generally used in formal contexts, it may be mistakenly used in casual conversations. Be mindful of the tone; it is not suited for informal discussions. Common collocations include '宗旨明确' (clear objective) and '宗旨一致' (unified aim).
宗旨 or something close to it
目标 (mùbiāo) — use 宗旨 (zōngzhǐ) when referring to the overarching guiding principle, while 目标 (mùbiāo) is more specific to a concrete target or goal.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 宗旨 with 目标 (mùbiāo) and may use them interchangeably. Remember, 宗旨 emphasizes the overarching purpose, while 目标 focuses on specific targets. For instance, saying '我们的宗旨是提高销量' (Our objective is to increase sales) is incorrect if the intention is to discuss specific sales targets.
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Grammar Patterns of 宗旨
宗旨 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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宗旨 (zōngzhǐ) refers to the overarching aim or principle behind an action, while 目标 (mùbiāo) denotes specific targets or milestones to achieve.
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