For

/fər,fɔːr/

preposition

Used to show the reason or cause of something.

He was late for work.

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Pro Tip 1/2

Used when you want to show you are sorry about something.

I am sorry for the mistake.

Pro Tip 2/2

Learn fixed expressions where 'for' explains reasons.

Thank you for your help.

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