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Aussprache: [/fɔɹ/]
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Kontext: „purpose“
(preposition) used to show the purpose or reason for an action or situation. It explains why something is being done or happening.
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She bought a gift for her friend's birthday.
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He didn't do it for fun; he had a serious reason.
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What did you make that cake for?
Kontext: „exchange“
(conjunction) used to indicate an exchange or a trade-off between two things. It shows that one thing is given in return for another.
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She traded her toy for a new book.
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He refused to give up his seat for anything.
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Will you swap your toy for mine?
Kontext: „duration“
(preposition) used to indicate a period of time during which an action takes place or a situation exists. It shows how long something lasts or continues.
Beispiel
They practiced for hours before the big game.
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He only studied for a few minutes before giving up.
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How long have you been waiting for?
Kontext: „support“
(conjunction) used to indicate support, favor, or agreement with a person, idea, or action. It shows that you are in favor of or agree with something.
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I'm all for helping those in need.
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She's against changes, while I'm for them.
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Are you for or against the proposal?
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