Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
por
Preposition
/pɔr/
Definition
A prefix used in Spanish that translates to ‘by’ or ‘for’ in English, indicating purpose or direction.
Examples
- Él estudia por su examen. (He studies for his exam.)
- Viajamos por toda la ciudad. (We travel all around the city.)
Meaning
In the context of language, ‘por’ is commonly used to express reasons, durations, or exchanges. It establishes a connection between actions and their purposes.
Synonyms
- para
- a favor de
- en nombre de
