to  reach for the  stars
<abbr style="text-decoration: underline;" title="reach / shoot" > reach</abbr>
ri:ʧ
rich
for
fɔ:
faw
the
ðə
dhē
<abbr style="text-decoration: underline;" title="stars / moon" > stars</abbr>
stɑ:z
staaz

Definition & Meaning of "reach for the stars"in English

to reach for the stars
01

to set very high goals and work hard to achieve them, even if they seem very difficult or impossible to reach 

to [reach|shoot] for the (stars|moon) definition and meaning
Idiom

What is the origin of the idiom "reach for the stars" and when to use it?

The origin of this idiom likely comes from the idea of "reaching for the stars" as a symbol of achieving something great or extraordinary. The "stars" have long been associated with exploration, discovery, and adventure, and the phrase "reach for the stars" suggests that one should aspire to greatness and push themselves to new heights. The idiom is commonly used in everyday conversation, as well as in motivational speeches or self-help books.

Examples
She always tells her students to reach for the stars. 
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