المعنى
Having a specific aim in life or work.
خلفية ثقافية
In Greece, setting goals is often a communal topic. People love to discuss their 'στόχους' over coffee for hours, seeking advice and support from friends. In Cyprus, the phrase is used similarly, but you might hear a slightly different accent or local variations in the surrounding verbs. For Greeks living abroad (e.g., Australia, USA), 'έχω έναν στόχο' often refers to the goal of maintaining the Greek language and culture in their families. The concept of 'stochos' was central to the philosophy of teleology—the study of ends or purposes. Aristotle believed everything in nature has a 'stochos'.
The 'ν' Rule
Always keep the 'ν' in 'έναν' when followed by 'στόχο'. It makes you sound much more educated and native-like.
Don't say 'Κάνω'
English speakers often say 'make a goal'. In Greek, this sounds very strange. Stick to 'έχω' (have) or 'θέτω' (set).
المعنى
Having a specific aim in life or work.
The 'ν' Rule
Always keep the 'ν' in 'έναν' when followed by 'στόχο'. It makes you sound much more educated and native-like.
Don't say 'Κάνω'
English speakers often say 'make a goal'. In Greek, this sounds very strange. Stick to 'έχω' (have) or 'θέτω' (set).
Use with 'να'
The most natural way to expand this phrase is with 'να' + verb. Practice the pattern: 'Έχω έναν στόχο να [verb]'.
New Year's Goals
Greeks don't usually say 'New Year's Resolutions'. They say 'Οι στόχοι μου για τη νέα χρονιά' (My goals for the new year).
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the correct form of the article and noun.
Στη δουλειά μου, έχω ____ ____ (a goal) να βοηθήσω τους πελάτες.
We use the accusative case 'έναν στόχο' because it is the object of the verb 'έχω'.
Which sentence is the most natural for a job interview?
Πώς θα λέγατε 'I have a goal to improve' σε μια συνέντευξη;
'Έχω έναν στόχο' is the standard professional collocation, and 'βελτιωθώ' is the correct verb for 'improve'.
Match the Greek phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the four most common verbs used with 'στόχος'.
Complete the dialogue.
Α: Γιατί διαβάζεις τόσο πολύ; Β: Γιατί ____ ____ ____ να περάσω τις εξετάσεις.
The phrase 'έχω έναν στόχο' explains the motivation behind the action.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Στόχος vs. Σκοπός
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينΣτη δουλειά μου, έχω ____ ____ (a goal) να βοηθήσω τους πελάτες.
We use the accusative case 'έναν στόχο' because it is the object of the verb 'έχω'.
Πώς θα λέγατε 'I have a goal to improve' σε μια συνέντευξη;
'Έχω έναν στόχο' is the standard professional collocation, and 'βελτιωθώ' is the correct verb for 'improve'.
طابق كل عنصر على اليسار مع زوجه على اليمين:
These are the four most common verbs used with 'στόχος'.
Α: Γιατί διαβάζεις τόσο πολύ; Β: Γιατί ____ ____ ____ να περάσω τις εξετάσεις.
The phrase 'έχω έναν στόχο' explains the motivation behind the action.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
12 أسئلةNot necessarily, but it implies some effort. You can have a goal for the day, but it shouldn't be as simple as 'eating lunch'.
Yes, 'Έχω στόχο να...' is very common and slightly more direct.
The plural is 'στόχοι' (nominative) and 'στόχους' (accusative). Example: 'Έχω πολλούς στόχους'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
An 'όνειρο' (dream) is something you wish for; a 'στόχος' (goal) is something you plan for.
Yes! In football, 'στόχος' can also mean the goalpost area, though 'γκολ' is used for the score.
You say 'Έφτασα στον στόχο μου' or 'Πέτυχα τον στόχο μου'.
Not exactly slang, but 'Το 'χω βάλει σκοπό' is a very common idiomatic way to say you are determined.
No, for a shopping target or discount, we use other words. 'Στόχος' is for aiming.
Yes, 'Δεν έχω κανέναν στόχο' means 'I have no goals at all', which sounds quite pessimistic.
In modern spoken Greek, it's often dropped, but for A2 learners, keeping it is 'safer' and more correct.
Yes, this means 'I have a goal for you', often used by teachers or parents.
عبارات ذات صلة
Βάζω στόχο
similarTo set a goal (informal)
Στοχεύω ψηλά
builds onTo aim high
Εκτός στόχου
contrastOff target
Σημείο αναφοράς
specialized formPoint of reference
Προσήλωση στον στόχο
builds onFocus on the goal
