set a goal

set a goal(
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An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. fijar una meta
The scouts set a goal to sell 100 boxes of cookies today.Las exploradoras fijaron una meta de vender 100 cajas de galletas hoy.
b. establecer una meta
I will set a goal for the year.Voy a establecer una meta para el año.
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. establece una meta
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., el gato).
(singular)
Set a goal that is realistic.Establece una meta que sea realista.
b. establezca una meta
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
(formal)
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., el gato).
(singular)
Set a goal and break it down into steps.Establezca una meta y divídala en pasos.
c. fija una meta
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., el gato).
(singular)
Set a goal before your first workout.Fija una meta antes de tu primera sesión de ejercicio.
d. fije una meta
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
(formal)
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., el gato).
(singular)
To achieve success as a salesperson, set a goal first.Para lograr éxito como vendedor, primero fije una meta.
a. establezcan una meta
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., los libros).
(plural)
Set a goal and write it down.Establezcan una meta y escríbanla.
b. fijen una meta
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., los libros).
(plural)
After you've had a chance to talk, set a goal for your team.Después que hayan tenido la oportunidad de hablar, fijen una meta para su equipo.
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