für
for
Beginner Preposition
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Pronunciation
/fyːɐ̯/
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Cultural Note
'Für' always takes the accusative case. The phrase 'was für' (what kind of) is extremely useful in daily conversation. Note that in 'was für,' the 'für' does not determine the case — the noun's case depends on its role in the sentence.
📝 Example Sentences
Das ist für dich.
That is for you.
Danke für alles.
Thank you for everything.
Was für ein Zufall!
What a coincidence!