για — meaning in English

English meaning

• about prep Concerning a particular subject; on the topic of.
• for prep Intended to benefit, belong to, or be given to someone or something.
• toward preposition In the direction of a place, person, or thing.

Senses

για is used for these senses in English:

• about Concerning; with regard to; on account of; on the subject of. [from ca. 1150–1350]
• for In the role or capacity of; instead of; in place of.
• toward For the purpose of attaining (an aim).

about — full definition

1. prep Concerning a particular subject; on the topic of.
2. prep Surrounding, or in various places within an area.
3. adv Close to a number, amount, or time; approximately.
4. adj On the point of doing something; on the verge of.

for — full definition

1. prep Intended to benefit, belong to, or be given to someone or something.
2. prep Because of, or as the reason for.
3. prep In support of, or in favor of.
4. prep Covering a period of time or distance.
5. prep In exchange for.

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