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preposition · A1 · very often · UK/US
for
for
Meaning of for
English
used to show purpose
中文
表示目的
Pronunciation
British English
/fɔː/
American English
/fɔr/
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🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese
This book was written for children.
这本书是为孩子写的。
🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese
I bought a bunch of flowers for my mom.
我为妈妈买了一束花。
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Related word breakdowns
What's the difference between for, to, in order to, so as to, and with a view to
ENI left early to catch the train.
I
🇬🇧English
in order to
Emphatic purpose before a verb.
A1often
ENShe studied hard in order to pass the exam.
Advanced: broader words
S
🇬🇧English
so as to
Formal purpose before a verb.
A1rare word
ENHe spoke quietly so as to avoid waking the baby.
W
🇬🇧English
with a view to
Very formal; followed by -ing.
A1very rare word
ENThey bought land with a view to building houses.
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Questions about this word
What does for mean?
used to show purpose
How do you pronounce for?
for is pronounced [fɔː].
How is for used in a sentence?
这本书是为孩子写的。 Translation: This book was written for children.
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