angestrebt
intended
Describes a goal, state, or result that someone is trying to achieve.
EXAMPLE
Trotz großer Anstrengungen konnte der angestrebte Umsatz nicht erreicht werden.
Despite great efforts, the intended revenue could not be achieved.
angestrebt
intended / sought
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Meanings
Usage tips
Word structure
“Angestrebt” (intended/sought) is the past participle of the verb “anstreben” (to strive for). This verb consists of the prefix “an-” and “streben” (to strive) and means to strive toward a goal.
EXAMPLE
Wir streben eine langfristige Zusammenarbeit an.
We are striving for a long-term collaboration.
Attributive use
This word is almost always used as an adjective directly before a noun and must be declined accordingly. Predicative use, e.g. “Das Ziel ist angestrebt.” (The goal is intended.), is very unusual.
EXAMPLE
Der angestrebte Kompromiss konnte leider nicht gefunden werden.
Unfortunately, the intended compromise could not be found.
Typical collocations
“Angestrebt” (intended) is frequently combined with nouns that describe a goal or desired result. Typical phrases are “das angestrebte Ziel” (the intended goal), “das angestrebte Ergebnis” (the intended result), “der angestrebte Abschluss” (the intended degree/completion), or “die angestrebte Lösung” (the intended solution).
EXAMPLE
Das angestrebte Ziel der Firma ist die Marktführerschaft.
The company’s intended goal is market leadership.
Register and style
The word “angestrebt” (intended/sought) belongs more to written language and is often used in formal, official, or business contexts, for example in reports, plans, or applications.
EXAMPLE
Im Projektplan werden die angestrebten Meilensteine definiert.
The intended milestones are defined in the project plan.
Compare with
angestrebt vs erwünscht
desired / welcome
Both words refer to a desired state. Erwünscht only says that someone wants or welcomes this state, whereas angestrebt additionally shows that someone is actively trying to achieve it. Use Erwünscht for an expectation and angestrebt for a consciously pursued goal.
angestrebt
Eine schnelle Antwort auf unsere Anfrage wird von dem Team aktiv angestrebt.
The team is actively seeking a quick response to our inquiry.
erwünscht
Eine schnelle Antwort auf unsere Anfrage ist sehr erwünscht.
A quick response to our inquiry is very welcome.
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