Meaning
The phrase “be intended to” is used to show the purpose or aim of something. It means that an action, object, or statement is designed, planned, or meant to achieve a certain result.
Grammar and Usage
- Structure: be intended to + verb
- It is usually used in the passive voice with “be” (is/was/are/were).
- Subject + be intended to + base verb
Examples:
- “This book is intended to help beginners.”
- “The software was intended to improve efficiency.”
It emphasizes purpose rather than actual result.
Common Phrases
- be intended to do something
- be intended for someone/something (slight variation: “for” instead of “to”)
- originally intended to
- primarily intended to
Collocations
- be intended to + help/teach/solve
- be intended to + improve/reduce/prevent
- be intended to + encourage/promote/support
Examples
- This course is intended to prepare students for the exam.
- The new rule was intended to reduce accidents.
- That comment wasn’t intended to offend you.
- The medicine is intended to relieve pain quickly.
- These guidelines are intended to ensure safety.
- The speech was intended to inspire the audience.
- This tool is intended to make your work easier.
- The policy is intended to protect consumers.
Synonyms or Related
- be designed to
- be meant to
- aim to
- seek to
- be created to