Для - translation, pronunciation and examples
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указывает на назначение или цель чего-либо
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When to use для
für die Arbeit
für die Schule
zum Abendessen
zum Verkauf
zum Spaß
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The main neutral word for purpose, intended use, or recipient.
Indicates purpose or motive, often with the sense of 'for the sake of' someone/something.
Means 'in favor of', 'for the benefit of', or 'in support of'; not just purpose.
A книжный expression with a strong solemn tone; means 'for the sake of' or 'in the name of', often emotionally elevated.
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What's the difference between для / ради / в пользу / во имя
The main neutral word for purpose, intended use, or recipient.
This is a book for children.
Это книга для детей.
Indicates purpose or motive, often with the sense of 'for the sake of' someone/something.
I did it for the sake of my family.
Я сделал это ради семьи.
Means 'in favor of', 'for the benefit of', or 'in support of'; not just purpose.
The money was collected for the benefit of children.
Деньги собрали в пользу детей.
A книжный expression with a strong solemn tone; means 'for the sake of' or 'in the name of', often emotionally elevated.
He fought for freedom.
Он боролся во имя свободы.
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How to pronounce для and what this word means
для translation: for. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce для
[dlʲa]
для translation
for
для examples
Das Geschenk ist für dich.
для transcription
[dlʲa]
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для meaning: what does it mean?
указывает на назначение или цель чего-либо
для pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
для is pronounced as [dlʲa]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
для definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Das Geschenk ist für dich. Translation: Подарок для тебя.
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