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What does 'por' express?
What does 'por' mean in the context of time?
Noting the time or duration when something happens
What does 'por' mean when referencing an agent of action in a passive verb?
Introducing the agent of action
What does 'para' mean in the context of a purpose?
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What does 'para' mean when saying 'for the benefit of'?
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Translate: 'Anduve ___ los calles'
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Translate: 'Viajamos ___ tres semanas'
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Translate: 'Dos ___ ciento'
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Me caí ___ la nieve.
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Trabajamos ___ derechos humanos.
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Fue escrito ___ Bob.
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Llegar ___ tren.
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___ favor, ____ ejemplo.
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____ bailar la bamba, necesito...
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Es ___ usted.
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Voy ___ Europa.
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Necesito el libro ____ mañana.
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Paintbrushes are ___ painting.
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Frida painted in order to ___ herself.
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This present is ___ you.
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Dates, deadlines, and events that something is ___
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Paid employment is ___
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What does 'para' indicate when talking about direction?
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What does 'por' represent in the context of reason?
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What does 'por' mean in the context of thanks?
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What does 'por' mean in the context of exchanging?
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How does 'por' relate to duration?
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Study Notes
Understanding "por" and "para" in Spanish
- "Por" is used to express movement along, through, around, by, or about.
- It denotes time or duration when something occurs, like "Viajamos por tres semanas" (We traveled for three weeks).
- Represents percentages or fractions, such as "Dos por ciento" (Two percent).
- Indicates support or favor towards something, e.g., "Trabajamos por derechos humanos" (We work for human rights).
- Serves to introduce the agent of action in passive constructions, e.g., "Fue escrito por Bob" (It was written by Bob).
- Indicates means of transportation, as in "Llegar por tren" (To arrive by train).
- Appears in various expressions, including gratitude or thanks.
- Usage includes phrases like "Gracias por" (Thanks for) and "Por favor" (Please).
Uses of "para"
- "Para" signifies purpose, as in "____ bailar la bamba, necesito..." (To dance the bamba, I need...).
- Used to indicate benefit for someone, e.g., "Es para usted" (It is for you).
- Specifies direction toward a specific place, like "Voy para Europa" (I am going to Europe).
- References deadlines or specific time when something is needed, e.g., "Necesito el libro para mañana" (I need the book for tomorrow).
- Highlights purpose clearly, such as "Paintbrushes are for painting."
- Indicates effect or intention, e.g., "Frida painted in order to express herself."
- Shows recipient of an item or action: "This present is for you."
- Used for future plans like dates, deadlines, and events "Es para el lunes" (It is for Monday).
- Refers to paid employment or job positions "Trabajo para una empresa" (I work for a company).
- Highlights comparison: "For a girl, you sure are tall."
Additional Contextual Uses
- "Por" reflects duration in various contexts, such as time spent on actions or experiences.
- Indicates reasons behind actions or decisions: "Lo hice por ti" (I did it for you).
- Can express cost concepts: "Pagué 20 dólares por el libro" (I paid 20 dollars for the book).
- Commonly used in expressions of gratitude or acknowledgment like "Gracias por tu ayuda" (Thank you for your help).
- It illustrates ideas of exchange: "Cambié el libro por una película" (I exchanged the book for a movie).
- Facilitates discussions about proximity or motion, emphasizing location, e.g., "Alrededor de aquí" (Around here).
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