为了

wèi le

HSK 2.0 Level 3 HSK 3.0 Level 3 Preposition Very common

Definitions

1. for; for the purpose of; in order to

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Common error: Using 为了 with a single noun object (为了 + N) instead of a verb phrase (为了 + V). It must be followed by a purpose, so use 为了+VP, not 为了+N.

Grammar

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HSK 2.0 Level 3+ HSK 3.0 Level 3+ 7 min

Purpose with 为了

Learn Purpose with 为了 with practical HSK 3 examples, focus vocabulary, common pitfalls, and targeted cloze practice.

Reading: wèi le Open guide

HSK 2.0 Level 4+ HSK 3.0 Level 4+ 7 min

Purpose with 为了...而

Learn Purpose with 为了...而 with practical HSK 4 examples, focus vocabulary, common pitfalls, and targeted cloze practice.

Reading: wèi le Open guide

Example Sentences

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为了学好中文，他每天练习。

In order to learn Chinese well, he practices every day.

为了防止感冒，他每天都锻炼身体。

In order to prevent catching a cold, he exercises every day.

为了找工作，他整天东奔西走。

He rushes about all day to find a job.

为了按时完成任务，我们争分夺秒地工作。

To complete the task on time, we work racing against the clock.

为了避免堵车，我们早点出发吧。

To avoid traffic, let's leave a bit earlier.

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Child Words of 为了

了

(completed action marker)

为

wéi

as (in the capacity of)

because of

(of eyes) bright