Objective in different languages

Objective in Different Languages

Discover 'Objective' in 134 Languages: Dive into Translations, Hear Pronunciations, and Uncover Cultural Insights.

Updated on March 6, 2024

The word 'objective' holds great significance in our daily lives, shaping our perspectives and decisions. It generally refers to something unbiased, factual, and not influenced by personal feelings or opinions. This cultural importance extends across the globe, making it a vital concept to understand and translate in various languages.

Did you know that the word 'objective' has roots in Latin, originating from the term 'objectivus'? This term itself is derived from 'objectum,' which means 'something thrown against.' Over time, this meaning evolved to represent a goal or purpose, further shaping the word's significance in modern language and culture.

Understanding the translation of 'objective' in different languages can open doors to broader communication and cultural appreciation. Here are a few examples:

  • French: objectif
  • Spanish: objetivo
  • German: Ziel
  • Mandarin: 目标 (mùbiào)
  • Japanese: 目標 (mokuhyō)

Objective


Objective in Sub-Saharan African Languages

Afrikaansdoel
The word "doel" in Afrikaans is derived from the Dutch word "doel", which can also mean "target" or "purpose".
Amharicዓላማ
Hausahaƙiƙa
Hausa 'haƙiƙa' is related to the Arabic word 'ḥaqīqa', meaning 'real' or 'actual'.
Igboebumnobi
Ebumnobi also means the centre rod of a bicycle's wheel or the mast of a ship or boat.
Malagasytanjona
The word "tanjona" also means "cape" in Malagasy, a nod to the geographical formation that is a primary destination for ships.
Nyanja (Chichewa)cholinga
The word "cholinga" is used in Nyanja to refer to an object, and it also signifies purpose or intent.
Shonachinangwa
"Chinangwa" in Shona can also refer to a type of wooden fence or gate.
Somaliujeeddo
The Somali word 'ujeeddo' traces its roots back to the Cushitic language family and also carries the meaning of 'purpose' or 'intention'.
Sesothosepheo
In Tswana, the word 'sepheo' also means 'target' or 'aim'.
Swahililengo
Lengo in Swahili also means 'a type of fish', 'a mark', or 'the point of a spear'.
Xhosainjongo
Injongo means 'intention' of 'purpose' with its root in 'jongo' to 'intend' or 'plan'.
Yorubaohun to
The word "ohun to" in Yoruba also means "thing for" or "something for".
Zuluinhloso
The word 'inhloso' can be translated as 'subject', 'agent', 'matter', or 'aim'.
Bambarakuntilenna
Ewetaɖodzi
Kinyarwandaintego
Lingalamokano
Lugandaomulamwa
Sepedinepo
Twi (Akan)botaeɛ

Objective in North African & Middle Eastern Languages

Arabicهدف
The word "هدف" may also mean "target" or "goal".
Hebrewמַטָרָה
The Hebrew word מַטָרָה can also refer to a 'target' in archery or shooting.
Pashtoموخه
The Persian loanword "موخه" can also mean "face" or "countenance" in Pashto.
Arabicهدف
The word "هدف" may also mean "target" or "goal".

Objective in Western European Languages

Albanianobjektiv
The word "objektiv" can also refer to a camera lens, deriving from its primary meaning as "objective".
Basquehelburu
Helburu can also mean target, direction, or goal in Basque.
Catalanobjectiu
In Catalan, "objectiu" does not only mean objective, but also refers to the lens of a camera or telescope.
Croatiancilj
Despite its spelling, 'cilj' is not derived from the Latin root 'cilium' (meaning 'eyelash'). Its etymology is rather unclear, but the word may be connected to Proto-Slavic 'kъlъ' (meaning 'pole').
Danishobjektiv
Objektiv can also mean "lens" or "eyeglass" in Danish.
Dutchobjectief
In Dutch, "objectief" can also mean "lens" or "eyeglasses", derived from the Latin "objectivus" meaning "pertaining to an object".
Englishobjective
The term "objective" derives from the Latin word "obiectum," meaning "that which is thrown in the way" or "something opposed."
Frenchobjectif
In French, "objectif" also has the meaning of "lens of a camera or a telescope".
Frisianobjektyf
Objektyf (or 'objektiif', 'objektive') is related to the word in Dutch: 'objectify', and the Dutch word: 'Objectief'.
Galicianobxectivo
In Galician, the word "obxectivo" can also refer to a lens or optical device.
Germanzielsetzung
The original meaning of "Zielsetzung" is "aimed setting" which is still reflected in technical fields where it means "targeting", especially of missiles.
Icelandichlutlæg
Hlutlæg is a derivative of the word hlut which can mean both "thing" and "objective"
Irishoibiachtúil
Italianobbiettivo
The word "obbiettivo" can also refer to a camera lens, derived from its original meaning of "target".
Luxembourgishobjektiv
In Luxembourgish, "objektiv" can also mean "lens" in the context of photography or optics.
Maltesegħan
"Għan" can also mean "song" in Maltese, coming from the Arabic word "ghinā" (singing).
Norwegianobjektiv
The Norwegian word "objektiv" can in some contexts also mean "lens", and is cognate with the English word "objective" in that sense (as in the objective of a camera).
Portuguese (Portugal, Brazil)objetivo
"Objetivo" in Portuguese, like its English cognate, can also refer to a "lens" and a "target".
Scots Gaelicamas
The word "amas" in Scots Gaelic derives from "amhais", meaning "aim", or "aimhasg", meaning "design".
Spanishobjetivo
In Spanish, "objetivo" can also mean "lens" or "target" and derives from the Latin "objectum", meaning "something thrown against".
Swedishmål
In Swedish, "mål" also denotes a "goal" or "target" in a more physical sense, such as in a sporting context.
Welshamcan
The word "amcan" derives from the Old Irish "amcen" denoting a goal or intention.

Objective in Eastern European Languages

Belarusianаб'ектыўны
The word “аб'ектыўны” can also mean “eyepiece” or “lens” in Belarusian.
Bosnianobjektivni
The word "objektivni" also means "factual" and "unbiased" in Bosnian.
Bulgarianобективен
In Bulgarian, "обективен" can also mean "pertaining to an object".
Czechobjektivní
The word "objektivní" can also mean "impartial" or "rational" in Czech.
Estonianobjektiivne
The Estonian word "objektiivne" originates from the Latin word "objectivus" meaning "relating to an object" or "existing independently of the mind."
Finnishtavoite
The Finnish word "tavoite" also refers to a mountain or hill, especially as a landmark or target in orienteering.
Hungariancélkitűzés
The Hungarian word "célkitűzés" is derived from the verb "célkitűz", which means "to set a goal" or "to define an objective".
Latvianobjektīvs
In Latvian, the word "objektīvs" can also refer to a photographic lens, while in English it primarily means "uninfluenced by personal feelings"
Lithuanianobjektyvus
In philosophy, the Lithuanian term "objektyvus" also refers to the philosophical concept of objectivity, which concerns the nature of reality and our knowledge of it.
Macedonianобјективно
Macedonian "објективно" is derived from the adjective "објективен", meaning "not subjective", and the suffix "-но". It has similar meanings to the English word "objectively", but may also be used to refer to something that is impartial or unbiased.
Polishcel
The word "cel" in Polish can also mean "aim" or "goal".
Romanianobiectiv
In Romanian, "obiectiv" also refers to "goal" or "purpose".
Russianзадача
The Russian word 'задача' derives from the Turkic word 'taskak', meaning 'burden'.
Serbianобјективан
The word "објективан" in Serbian can also mean "impartial" or "unbiased".
Slovakcieľ
The word "cieľ" also has the alternate meaning of "aim" in Slovak.
Sloveniancilj
The word "cilj" in Slovenian could also mean "goal", "target", or "purpose".
Ukrainianоб'єктивний
The Ukrainian word "об'єктивний" also means "impartial" or "unbiased".

Objective in South Asian Languages

Bengaliউদ্দেশ্য
"উদ্দেশ্য" originates from Sanskrit, meaning intent, direction, or aim; it can also refer to a reason or motive.
Gujaratiઉદ્દેશ્ય
ઉદ્દેશ્ય (objective) is likely derived from Sanskrit 'उद्दिश्य' (uddiśya) meaning 'for the sake of', 'with the purpose of', 'by way of'. The Sanskrit derivative also conveys meanings of 'target', 'goal' or 'purpose'.
Hindiउद्देश्य
"उद्देश्य" is derived from the prefix "उद्" (out) and the verb "दिश्" (to show), meaning "to put forward as an end or an aim".
Kannadaವಸ್ತುನಿಷ್ಠ
The term 'वस्तु (vastu)' means 'external object', while the term 'निष्ठ (nishta)' means 'steadiness' or 'concentration', implying a focus on external reality.
Malayalamലക്ഷ്യം
The word "ലക്ഷ്യം" can also mean "target" or "goal" in Malayalam.
Marathiउद्देश
The word 'उद्देश' ('objective' in Marathi) comes from the Sanskrit word 'उद्दिष्ट', which means 'goal' or 'aim'.
Nepaliउद्देश्य
The word "उद्देश्य" can also mean "purpose" or "motive" in Nepali
Punjabiਉਦੇਸ਼
Sinhala (Sinhalese)අරමුණ
The Sinhala word "අරමුණ" can also refer to a target, purpose, aim or intention.
Tamilபுறநிலை
The word "புறநிலை" (objective) in Tamil also means "external" or "relating to the outside world"
Teluguలక్ష్యం
The word 'లక్ష్యం' is related to the Telugu verb 'లక్ష్యం', which means to aim, and is also cognate with the Sanskrit word 'लक्ष्य' (lakṣya) meaning 'target' or 'mark'
Urduمقصد
The word "مقصد" has Persian roots and can also mean "destination" or "goal" in Urdu.

Objective in East Asian Languages

Chinese (Simplified)目的
The Chinese word "目的" (mùdì) can also refer to "destination" or "aim" and is related to the Japanese word "もくてき" (moku teki).
Chinese (Traditional)目的
The Japanese word "mokuteki" (目的), which means "objective," is derived from Chinese.
Japanese目的
The word 目的 (moku teki) has Chinese and Japanese origins, and can also refer to a purpose or goal.
Korean객관적인
객관적인 also means "guest subjective" or "other guest's subjective" depending on the context
Mongolianзорилго
The Mongolian word "зорилго" (objective) also means "aim" or "purpose".
Myanmar (Burmese)ရည်ရွယ်ချက်
The word "objective" ultimately derives from the Latin word "ob-jicere", meaning "to throw against".

Objective in South East Asian Languages

Indonesianobjektif
In Indonesian, "objektif" can also mean "a camera lens."
Javanesetujuane
The Javanese word "tujuane" is also commonly used to mean "goal" or "aim".
Khmerគោលបំណង
The compound noun គោលបំណង literally means 'head of aiming', in other words 'aim'. It is related to the verb បំណង (to aim) which in turn comes from the Sanskrit word प्रणय (pranaya; love, affection).
Laoຈຸດປະສົງ
Malayobjektif
In Malay, "objektif" can also refer to the lens of a camera, and is derived from the Dutch word "objectief" with the same meaning.
Thaiวัตถุประสงค์
The Thai word "วัตถุประสงค์" originated from the Sanskrit words "vastu" (thing) and "prayojana" (purpose).
Vietnamesemục tiêu
The word "mục tiêu" in Vietnamese also means "target" in English.
Filipino (Tagalog)layunin

Objective in Central Asian Languages

Azerbaijaniobyektiv
"Obyektiv" means "objective" in Azerbaijani but also "lense" and "photo camera". Hence the literal translation of the word "photojournalism" into Azerbaijani is obyektiv jurnalistika.
Kazakhобъективті
The word "объективті" can also mean "fair" or "impartial" in Kazakh.
Kyrgyzобъективдүү
Tajikҳадаф
The word "хадаф" can also refer to a target or goal in archery or shooting.
Turkmenobýektiw
Uzbekob'ektiv
Uyghurئوبيېكتىپ

Objective in Pacific Languages

Hawaiianpahuhopu
The term 'Pahuhopu' also means 'to gather together' in Hawaiian.
Maoriwhāinga
The Maori word 'whāinga' can also refer to a goal or purpose.
Samoanfaʻamoemoe
Derived from the Proto-Polynesian root `faʻamoe` meaning "desire" or "aim".
Tagalog (Filipino)layunin
The word "layunin" also means "aim", "goal", or "purpose" in Tagalog.

Objective in American Indigenous Languages

Aymaraamta
Guaranijehupytyrã

Objective in International Languages

Esperantoobjektiva
'Objektiva' is also the name of a camera lens that produces sharp images across the entire picture.
Latinobjective
"Objectivus" can also mean "facing an object" in Latin.

Objective in Others Languages

Greekσκοπός
The Greek term "σκοπός" (objective) originally signified a "lookout point" or "sentry post" in Ancient Greece.
Hmonglub hom phiaj
The word "lub hom phiaj" in Hmong can mean either "objective" or "goal."
Kurdishberdest
In Kurdish, "berdest" can refer to both "objective" and "eyebrow" in the context of facial features.
Turkishamaç
The Turkish word "amaç" also means "aim" or "purpose" in English.
Xhosainjongo
Injongo means 'intention' of 'purpose' with its root in 'jongo' to 'intend' or 'plan'.
Yiddishאָביעקטיוו
The Yiddish word "אָביעקטיוו" (objective) is derived from the Latin "objectivus", meaning "relating to an object or its properties".
Zuluinhloso
The word 'inhloso' can be translated as 'subject', 'agent', 'matter', or 'aim'.
Assameseউদ্দেশ্য
Aymaraamta
Bhojpuriउद्देश्य
Dhivehiމަޤަޞަދު
Dogriउद्देश
Filipino (Tagalog)layunin
Guaranijehupytyrã
Ilocanogandat
Kriogol
Kurdish (Sorani)ئامانجی
Maithiliउद्येश्य
Meiteilon (Manipuri)ꯋꯥꯈꯜ ꯆꯨꯝꯕ
Mizothiltum
Oromokaayyoo
Odia (Oriya)ଉଦ୍ଦେଶ୍ୟ
Quechuaobjetivo
Sanskritवस्तुनिष्ठ
Tatarобъектив
Tigrinyaዕላማ
Tsongaxikongomelo

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