🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

의도

Pronunciation / Transliteration: uido

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Intent/ɪnˈtɛnt/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"그의 의도는 분명하다."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A determination to act in a certain way; a purpose or goal.

    "Her intent to improve her skills was evident in her dedication to practice."
  2. 2

    The purpose or meaning behind an action or statement.

    "The intent of the law is to protect the rights of individuals."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'intent' originates from the Latin 'intentus', meaning 'stretched out, aimed at', which evolved through Old French 'entent' in the 14th century. Its meaning has shifted from a physical aim to a mental determination or purpose.

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