Spanish grammar - Using para to express intention |
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One use of the word para in Spanish is to indicate purpose or intention - the reason or goal behind an action. It translates to 'in order to' or 'for the purpose of' in English. It is followed by an infinitive verb when expressing purpose. Note that para can also mean 'for' to indicate the recipient of an action - as in 'to do something for someone'. |
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Estudio para aprender español.
(I) study in order to learn Spanish. |
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Trabajas para ganar dinero.
(You, familiar) work in order to earn money.
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Leemos libros para mejorar nuestro vocabulario.
(We) read books in order to improve our vocabulary.
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Ellos estudian para aprobar el examen.
(They) study in order to pass the exam.
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Voy al supermercado para comprar comida.
(I) go to the supermarket in order to buy food.
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Mi hermano hace ejercicio para mantenerse saludable.
My brother exercises in order to stay healthy.
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Escriben notas para recordar las ideas.
(They) write notes in order to remember the ideas.
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Voy a la universidad para obtener un título.
(I) go to university in order to get a degree.
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Usas el ordenador para hacer tu trabajo.
(You, familiar) use the computer in order to do your work.
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El profesor va a la biblioteca para buscar información.
The teacher goes to the library in order to look for information.
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Aprendemos inglés para viajar a Estados Unidos.
(We) learn English in order to travel to the United States.
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Asisten a clases para mejorar sus conocimientos.
(They) attend classes in order to improve their knowledge.
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Juan corre para mantenerse en forma.
Juan runs in order to stay in shape.
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Cocino para mis amigos.
(I) cook for my friends.
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Este regalo es para ti.
This gift is for you (familiar).
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La carta es para Juan.
The letter is for Juan.
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Compré flores para mi madre.
(I) bought flowers for my mother.
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