por
for (because of), by, through
Intermediate Preposition
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Pronunciation
/poɾ/
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Cultural Note
Por indicates cause/reason (por eso — that's why), motion through a space (por la calle — along the street), exchange (gracias por — thanks for), and duration (por dos horas — for two hours). Compare 'Lo hice por ti' (I did it because of you/for your sake) with 'Lo hice para ti' (I made it for you/to give to you).
📝 Example Sentences
Gracias por tu ayuda.
Thanks for your help.
Caminamos por el parque.
We walked through the park.
Lo hice por ti.
I did it for you (because of you).