Dreams and Goals in German
"Dreams and Goals" is a German lesson for B1 level. Achieving dreams and personal goals. Below are 10 essential German words and phrases with phonetic pronunciation, English translation, and example sentences so you understand how to use them immediately.
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German words for "Dreams and Goals"
Independent mastery: mandatory requirement for German citizenship and permanent residency.
🎯 Exam skill: Drafting formal letters, articulating opinions, and topical discussions.
| German | Pronunciation | Translation |
|---|---|---|
der Traum Das ist mein größter Traum. | /dair TROWM/ | dream That is my biggest dream. |
träumen von Ich träume davon, im Ausland zu leben. | /TROY-men fon/ | to dream of I dream of living abroad. |
das Lebensziel Mein Lebensziel ist klar. | /dahs LAY-bens-tseel/ | life goal I will definitely reach my goal. |
erreichen Ich habe mein Ziel erreicht. | /air-RY-khen/ | to achieve I want to be successful in my profession. |
sich etwas wünschen Ich wünsche mir mehr Zeit. | /zikh ET-vahs VUEN-shen/ | to wish for something Hard work leads to success. |
die Motivation Meine Motivation ist sehr groß. | /dee moh-ti-vah-TSYOHN/ | motivation My plan for the future is ready. |
durchhalten Man muss einfach durchhalten. | /DOORKH-hahl-ten/ | to persevere Never give up! |
sich entwickeln Ich möchte mich weiterentwickeln. | /zikh ent-VIK-eln/ | to develop (oneself) I want to overcome this challenge. |
der Erfolg Erfolg braucht Zeit und Geduld. | /dair air-FOLG/ | success Belief in oneself is important. |
niemals aufgeben Niemals aufgeben, egal was passiert! | /NEE-mahls OWF-gay-ben/ | never give up You can achieve anything if you work hard. |
Germans strictly maintain the formal "Sie" address in offices, supermarkets, and healthcare settings. Switching to the informal "Du" happens only when explicitly offered.
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How do you say "Dreams and Goals" in German?
Key words for "Dreams and Goals": der Traum, träumen von, das Lebensziel. All 10 words with pronunciation and translations are in the table below.
What level is this lesson (B1)?
This is a B1-level lesson with 10 words and phrases. All exercises are 100% free.
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