Para
Example: Eu comprei um presente para você.
Definition
"Para" is a Portuguese preposition commonly used to indicate purpose, destination, or recipient. In the sentence 'Eu comprei um presente para você,' it expresses that the gift is intended for someone, showing direction or benefit toward a person or goal.
Etymology
The Portuguese word "para" comes from the Latin preposition 'para,' related to 'parare,' meaning 'to prepare' or 'to get ready.' Over time, it evolved in Portuguese to express direction, purpose, or intended recipient. Did you know? Despite its simple form, "para" is one of the most versatile prepositions in Portuguese.
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"Para" appears in the Vocaplus list "", containing 117 commonly used words.
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