For: meaning, definitions and examples
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for
[ fɔːr ]
in a specific period of time
used to indicate the duration of time that something lasts or is valid for
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He's been working here for three years.
- She will be on vacation for two weeks.
- I have known him for a long time.
introducing the reason for an action or situation
used to introduce the reason for an action or situation
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She went to the doctor, for she was feeling unwell.
- He must be busy, for he hasn't replied to my messages.
to indicate purpose or intended recipient
used to show the purpose or intended recipient of an action
Synonyms
intended for, targeted at
Examples of usage
- This gift is for you.
- He's studying for his exams.
- She baked a cake for her friend's birthday.
Translations
Translations of the word "for" in other languages:
🇵🇹 para
🇮🇳 के लिए
🇩🇪 für
🇮🇩 untuk
🇺🇦 для
🇵🇱 dla
🇯🇵 ために (tameni)
🇫🇷 pour
🇪🇸 para
🇹🇷 için
🇰🇷 위해 (wihae)
🇸🇦 لِ
🇨🇿 pro
🇸🇰 pre
🇨🇳 为了 (wèile)
🇸🇮 za
🇮🇸 fyrir
🇰🇿 үшін
🇬🇪 თვის
🇦🇿 üçün
🇲🇽 para
Word origin
The word 'for' originated from the Old English word 'for', meaning 'before' or 'in front of'. Over time, its usage evolved to include a wide range of meanings and functions in modern English. It is one of the most commonly used prepositions and conjunctions in the English language, serving to indicate time duration, reason, purpose, and intended recipient.
See also: fore.