noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
goal (sports); basket (basketball)
Refers to the physical goal structure in soccer, hockey, etc., or the basket in basketball. Also used for the act of scoring a goal.
彼はペナルティーキックでゴールを決めた。
He scored a goal from the penalty kick.
The shot was sucked into the goal.
noun
finish line; winning post
Used in racing contexts (track, marathon, horse racing) for the line or post that marks the end of the race.
マラソン選手がゴールに近づいている。
The marathon runner is approaching the finish line.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
finishing (a race); reaching the finish line
Abbreviation of ゴールイン. Refers to the act of finishing a race, often used as a suru-verb.
See also: ゴールイン
彼はトップでゴールした。
He finished first.
noun
General figurative use for a target or aim, similar to English 'goal' in non-sports contexts.
今年のゴールは資格を取ることです。
My goal this year is to get a certification.