Por vs para in Spanish: Using para (and not por) for purpose, goal or objective Flashcards

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What do we use the preposition para for?

A

To express a purpose, goal, or objective. It is always followed by an infinitive.

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Corro para estar en forma.

A

I run in order to keep fit.

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Habla para practicar el idioma.

A

He speaks to practice the language.

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Están ahorrando para comprar una casa.

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They are saving money in order to buy a house.

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para

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for, in order to

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