No. 914 in German
zwecke
"Zwecke" means "purposes" or "aims" in English.
In a sentence
Der Zweck des Projekts ist klar.
The purpose of the project is clear.
In this sentence, 'Zweck' means 'purpose,' referring to the goal or aim of something.
Für solche Zwecke ist das Werkzeug perfekt.
For such purposes, the tool is perfect.
Here, 'Zwecke' (plural of Zweck) refers to different uses or functions.
Es ist wichtig, sich auf den wahren Zweck zu konzentrieren.
It is important to focus on the true purpose.
The word 'Zweck' again means 'purpose,' emphasizing the intended goal of an action.
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