Para/Por Flashcards
The place where someone is going
Para
I’m heading for work now.
A place where moving is going on.
Por
He is walking in/through/around the room.
The time limit of an action; deadline
Have the work ready by/for Monday.
A place of a temporary stop.
Por
Stop by my house at 7
Purpose when followed by an infinitive; in order to
Para
Im working to/in order to earn money
The duration of an action
Por
We worked for 7 hours
Suitability
Para
You’re perfect for the job!
Something still needed to be done when followed by estar
Por
I have a lot yet to do.
Destination/recipient
Para
I cut out this ad for you.
Inclination towards something
Por
I have a passion for music.
Use followed by a noun
Para
This paper is for your answers
Gratitude and apology
Por
I’m thankful for my work.
Emotion as the result of actions
Para
I was happy to hear that you got the job.
Cause/reason , because of/due to
Por
She wasn’t hired for lack of sleep.
An infinitive introduced by estar, something soon to be done
Para
The bus is about to arrive
