How to use and why to use the Preposition 'for' 2

How to use and why to use the Preposition 'for'

The preposition for is commonly used to indicate purpose, benefit, duration, reason, support, and exchange. It helps connect parts of a sentence to provide clarity. Below are different ways for is used in daily life, along with explanations and Marathi translations.

1. To show exchange or substitution (बदल्यात / बदल म्हणून)
How to use:
We use for when something is given in exchange for another thing.
Why to use:
It helps describe trade, purchase, or substitution.
Examples:
• I bought this dress for ₹500.
• मी हे कपडे ₹५०० मध्ये घेतले.
• (For indicates the cost of the dress.)

• She exchanged her old phone for a new one.
• तिने आपला जुना फोन नवीन फोनसाठी बदलला.
• (For shows that she gave her old phone in exchange.)

2. To indicate destination (गंतव्य / कुठे जात आहे हे दर्शवण्यासाठी)
How to use:
We use for when talking about where someone is going.
Why to use:
It helps describe movement toward a place.
Examples:
• They left for Mumbai yesterday.
• ते काल मुंबईला निघाले.
• (For shows the destination.)

• This train is for Delhi.
• ही ट्रेन दिल्लीसाठी आहे.
• (For tells us where the train is headed.)

3. To indicate function or use (उपयोग / कार्य दर्शवण्यासाठी)
How to use:
We use for to describe the function of an object.
Why to use:
It helps explain what something is used for.
Examples:
• This cream is for dry skin.
• ही क्रीम कोरड्या त्वचेसाठी आहे.
• (For describes the intended use of the cream.)

• This key is for the main door.
• ही किल्ली मुख्य दरवाजासाठी आहे.
• (For explains the function of the key.)

4. To show a favor or help (एखाद्याच्या फायद्यासाठी काही करणे)

How to use:
We use for when doing something to help someone.
Why to use:
It helps express acts of kindness or service.
Examples:
• Can you carry this bag for me?
• तू माझ्यासाठी हा पिशवी उचलशील का?
• (For indicates doing something as a favor.)

• I will book the tickets for you.
• मी तुझ्यासाठी तिकीट बुक करेन.
• (For shows an action done to help.)

5. To indicate preference (प्राधान्य / आवड दर्शवण्यासाठी)
How to use:
We use for when choosing or preferring something.
Why to use:
It helps express likes or dislikes.
Examples:
• I have a great love for music.
• मला संगीताची खूप आवड आहे.
• (For indicates preference for music.)

• She has a passion for painting.
• तिला चित्रकलेची आवड आहे.
• (For describes her strong liking for painting.)

Conclusion
The preposition for is an essential word in English that helps indicate purpose, benefit, duration, reason, support, exchange, and function. Using for correctly makes sentences clear and meaningful in daily conversations.