põhieesmärgi

Pöhieesmärk is an Estonian term that translates to “main objective” or “primary goal.” It denotes the central outcome that an action, organization, project, or policy aims to achieve. The word is formed from põh- meaning main and eesmärk meaning goal or objective. The genitive form is põhieesmärgi, used when indicating the objective’s relationship or possession, as in põhieesmärgi saavutamine (the achievement of the main objective) or põhieesmärgi kirjeldus (a description of the main objective).

Usage and context

Põhieesmärk is commonly used in strategic planning, governance, and formal documents within business, public sector, and academia. It provides a top-level target that guides decisions, resource allocation, and performance measurement. Within a planning framework, it is often paired with alameesmärgid (sub-goals) and indicators, while a broader vision or mission statement provides context for why the põhieesmärk is chosen.

Differences and relationships

Eesmärk is a general term for any goal or target, whereas põhieesmärk emphasizes the primary, overarching aim. Alameesmärk refers to subordinate objectives that support the achievement of the põhieesmärk and help structure concrete actions and milestones.

Examples

Põhieesmärk organisatsiooni strateegias on parandada kliendikogemust. Põhieesmärgi saavutamiseks määrati alameesmärgid, nagu klientide rahulolu ja teeninduse kiiruse parandamine.