die Zielstellungen
Translation
objectives, aims, goals (less common)
Examples
Die wissenschaftlichen Zielstellungen der Studie sind komplex.
The scientific objectives of the study are complex.
Die Zielstellungen des Plans wurden nicht erreicht.
The aims of the plan were not achieved.
Grammar Patterns
to formulate scientific objectives Die Forscher formulieren die Zielstellungen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Zielsetzungen, Ziele, Vorgaben
Etymology
The plural of 'Zielstellung', which combines 'Ziel' (goal) and 'Stellung' (positioning), from the verb 'stellen' (to place, set).
Memory Tips
This is a synonym for 'Zielsetzungen' but is used less frequently, often in academic or official contexts. Associate 'stellen' with 'stating' a goal.