Das Ziel
Example: Unser Ziel ist es, die Arbeit pünktlich zu beenden.
Definition
"Das Ziel" refers to the goal or objective that an individual, team, or organization aims to achieve. In a human resources context, it often denotes specific targets or outcomes intended to guide efforts and measure success, such as completing work on time or reaching performance milestones.
Etymology
The word "das Ziel" comes from the Middle High German term 'zîl,' which originally meant 'target' or 'mark.' It is related to the verb 'zielen,' meaning 'to aim.' Did you know? The concept behind "das Ziel" is closely tied to archery, where hitting the target was essential, symbolizing achieving a goal.
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"Das Ziel" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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