zielen
Translation
to aim, to target
Examples
Der Jäger zielt auf den Hirsch.
The hunter aims at the deer.
Die Kritik zielte direkt auf den Minister.
The criticism was aimed directly at the minister.
Wir zielen auf eine schnelle Lösung des Problems.
We are aiming for a quick solution to the problem.
Grammar Patterns
((at sb./sth.)) to aim at sb./sth. The hunter aims at the deer.
((for sth.)) to aim for sth. We are aiming for a quick solution.
Similar Words
Synonyms: anvisieren, richten auf
Etymology
Derived from the noun 'das Ziel' (goal, target).
Memory Tips
To 'zielen' is to focus on your 'Ziel' (goal/target). The words are almost identical, making them easy to link.