"For" in English
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"For" preposition (INTENDED FOR)
Intended to be given to
There's an email for you.
There's a prize for the best scientists.
"For" preposition (PURPOSE)
Having the purpose of
I’m going for some breakfast.
This store is for the use of hotel guests only.
I need some money for today.
They've invited us for dinner on Sunday.
"For" preposition (BECAUSE OF)
Because of or as a result of something
I don't eat meat for some reasons.
UK is famous for its beautiful countryside.
He did 15 years in prison for robbery.
"For" preposition (TIME/DISTANCE)
Used to show an amount of time or distance
I'm going to sleep for five hours.
I haven't played soccer for years.
They walked for miles.
"For" preposition (OCCASION)
On the occasion of or at the time of
What did you buy them for New Year?
I've booked a table at the restaurant for five o'clock.
"For" preposition (COMPARING)
Used for comparing one thing with others of the same type
It was a difficult decision, especially for a child.
For a man of his wealth he's not exactly generous.
He speaks English very well for a beginner.
"For" preposition (RESPONSIBILITY)
Used to say whose responsibility something is
He knew the driver of the other car was not responsible for his dog's death.
"For" preposition (SUPPORT)
In support of or in agreement with
I voted for the Democrats at the last election.
Are you for or against the new proposals?
"For" preposition (HELP)
In order to help someone
What can I do for you?
Let me carry those boxes for you.
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