for
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/fər/
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/fə(r)/
preposition
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intended to be given to or used by
This gift is for you.
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to help or to benefit
I'm here to assist you.
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indicating the purpose or goal
I did this for your own good.
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because of; as a consequence of
He was rewarded for his bravery.
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in order to get or achieve
I'm studying for an exam.
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indicating a period of time
I've been here for a week.
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indicating a distance
We walked for miles.
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indicating direction or destination
Are you going for the airport?
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indicating a specific time
We're meeting for lunch at noon.
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indicating the occasion
I apologize for my mistake.
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in exchange for
I bought it for five dollars.
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employed by or working for
She works for a tech company.
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concerning or about
We are concerned for her well-being.
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representing or on behalf of
I'm acting for the team.
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signifying or meaning
What does this sign mean for us?
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in support or approval of
The majority voted for the proposal.
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considering or in relation to
It's cold for December.
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indicating the level of difficulty or suitability
This task is too difficult for a beginner.
R
indicating who can or should do something
The decision is for you to make.
R
making something better or more pleasant
A new coat of paint would be good for the room.
conjunction
R
giving the reason for something
We were excited, for he had good news.
translation
intended to be given to or used by; to help or to benefit; indicating the purpose or goal; because of; as a consequence of; in order to get or achieve; indicating a period of time; indicating a distance; indicating direction or destination; indicating a specific time; indicating the occasion; in exchange for; employed by or working for; concerning or about; representing or on behalf of; signifying or meaning; in support or approval of; considering or in relation to; indicating the level of difficulty or suitability; indicating who can or should do something; making something better or more pleasant
giving the reason for something