Translation and Meaning of: 的 - mato

The Japanese word 「的」 (mato) is a noun that has a central meaning of "target" or "objective," and it is often used in contexts involving archery, target shooting, and similar activities. The expression carries with it the notion of a point of focus, whether literally or figuratively, making it a quite versatile word in the Japanese language.

Etimologically, 「的」 is composed of the ideogram that can also represent a suffix for possessive adjectives, but in the context of "mato," its meaning shifts towards the concept of something to be achieved. In kanji, it is made up of the radical 「白」 which means "white" and suggests clarity, and the component 「勺」 related to scooping or taking small amounts. This combination suggests the idea of a clearly defined target.

In the Japanese language, mato is not just a word used to describe a target in archery or hunting. It can be found in idiomatic expressions and phrases that convey the idea of focusing on results or setting goals to be achieved. It is interesting to note how this word intertwines in everyday life, reflecting both physical aspects and personal or professional goals. This symbolic duality makes the word 「的」 a fundamental expression within Japanese culture and language. It reminds us of the importance of establishing clear objectives to achieve success in our various endeavors.

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Synonyms and similar words

• 目的 (mokuteki) - objective
• 目的地 (mokutekichi) - Destination (location related to the objective)
• 目的物 (mokutekibutsu) - Object of the objective
• 目的意識 (mokuteki ishiki) - Awareness of the objective
• 目的性 (mokutekisei) - Nature of the objective
• 目的語 (mokutekigo) - Target language (in the context of a learning objective)
• 目的地探し (mokutekichi sagashi) - Search for the destination (related to the objective)
• 目的を持つ (mokuteki o motsu) - Have a goal
• 目的を果たす (mokuteki o hatasu) - Achieve a goal
• 目的を定める (mokuteki o sadameru) - Define a goal
• 目的を見失う (mokuteki o miushinau) - Lose sight of the objective
• 目的を達成する (mokuteki o tassei suru) - Achieve a goal
• 目的を追求する (mokuteki o tsuikyuu suru) - Pursue a goal
• 目的を持った (mokuteki o motta) - With a goal
• 目的を持って (mokuteki o motte) - With a goal in mind
• 目的を設定する (mokuteki o settei suru) - Set a goal
• 目的を達する (mokuteki o tatsu) - Achieve an objective (synonym of reach)
• 目的を達成した (mokuteki o tassei shita) - Objective achieved
• 目的を達成して (mokuteki o tassei shite) - After reaching the goal
• 目的を達成するために (mokuteki o tassei suru tame ni) - To achieve the goal
• 目的を達成するための (mokuteki o tassei suru tame no) - For the achievement of the objective
• 目的を達成するために必要な (mokuteki o tassei suru tame ni hitsuyou na) - Necessary to achieve the goal
• 目的を達成するための手段 (mokuteki o tassei suru tame no shudan) - Ways to achieve the goal

的

Romaji: mato
Kana: まと
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n1

Translation / Meaning: brand; target

Meaning in English: mark;target

Definition: It refers to purpose or goal.

Example Sentences - (的) mato

See below some example sentences:

歌謡は日本の伝統的な音楽ジャンルです。

Kayou wa Nihon no dentouteki na ongaku janru desu

Kayo is a traditional Japanese music genre.

• 歌謡 - Japanese folk song
• は - Topic particle
• 日本 - Japan
• の - Possession particle
• 伝統的な - Traditional
• 音楽 - music
• ジャンル - genre
• です - Verb ser/estar (polite form)

無料はとても魅力的な言葉です。

Muryou wa totemo miryokuteki na kotoba desu

Free is a very attractive word.

Free is a very attractive word.

• 無料 - means "free" in Japanese
• は - is a Japanese grammatical particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
• とても - means "a lot" in Japanese
• 魅力的 - means "attractive" or "seductive" in Japanese
• な - is a Japanese grammatical particle that indicates the adjective
• 言葉 - means "word" in Japanese
• です - is a polite way of saying "is" or "are" in Japanese

物質は化学的な性質を持っています。

Bussitsu wa kagakuteki na seishitsu o motte imasu

Materials have chemical properties.

The materials have a chemical nature.

• 物質 - means "matter" in Japanese.
• は - topic particle in Japanese, used to indicate the subject of the sentence.
• 化学的な - compound adjective formed by the words "化学" (chemistry) and "的" (suffix indicating that something is related to something). It means "chemical".
• 性質 - means "property" in Japanese.
• を - object particle in Japanese, used to indicate the direct object of the sentence.
• 持っています - verb "持つ" (to have) conjugated in the polite and present form. It means "have".

的確な情報を入手した。

Tokaku na jōhō o nyūshu shita

I have accurate information.

• 的確な - I need, exact
• 情報 - Information
• を - Direct object particle
• 入手した - Obtained, acquired

知的な人は魅力的です。

Chiteki na hito wa miryokuteki desu

Intellectuals are attractive.

• 知的な人 - smart person
• は - Topic particle
• 魅力的です - is attractive

私は悲観的な考え方をすることはできません。

Watashi wa hikanteki na kangaekata o suru koto wa dekimasen

I can't think of pessimism.

• 私 - Japanese personal pronoun that means "I"
• は - Japanese particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
• 悲観的な - Japanese adjective meaning "pessimistic"
• 考え方 - Japanese noun meaning "way of thinking"
• を - Japanese particle that indicates the direct object of the sentence
• する - Japanese verb meaning "to do"
• こと - A palavra japonesa que significa "coisa" é "もの" (mono).
• は - Japanese particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
• できません - Japanese verb meaning "not able to"

私たちは美味しい且つ健康的な食事を食べることが大切だと思います。

Watashitachi wa oishii katsu kenkō

I think it's important to eat delicious and healthy meals.

• 私たち - Personal pronoun "we"
• 美味しい - Adjective "delicious"
• 且つ - conjunction "and"
• 健康的な - adjective "healthy"
• 食事 - noun "meal"
• を - direct object" particle
• 食べる - verb "to eat"
• こと - noun "thing"
• が - subject" particle
• 大切 - adjective "important"
• だ - verb to be"
• と - quote" particle
• 思います - verb "to think"

総合的なアプローチで問題を解決する。

Sougouteki na apurouchi de mondai wo kaiketsu suru

Solve the problem with a comprehensive approach.

• 総合的な - comprehensive, complete
• アプローチ - approach
• で - particle that indicates the means or method used
• 問題 - problem
• を - Particle indicating the direct object of the action.
• 解決する - to resolve

蕎麦は日本の伝統的な食べ物です。

Soba wa Nihon no dentōteki na tabemono desu

Soba is a traditional Japanese food.

• 蕎麦 (soba) - Japanese noodles made from buckwheat
• は (wa) - grammatical particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
• 日本 (Nihon) - Japan
• の (no) - grammatical particle that indicates possession or relationship
• 伝統的な (dentōteki na) - Traditional
• 食べ物 (tabemono) - food
• です (desu) - Verb to be/estar in the present