为
for; on behalf of; because of
Meanings
4 senses · 13 examplesverb
to help; to defend; to support
archaicUsed in classical Chinese literary works, rare in modern daily speech.
Those who support the Lü clan bare their right arms, those who support the Liu clan bare their left arms.
preposition
for; on behalf of; for the benefit of
Most common usage for this pronunciation, used to indicate who the action is done for.
I am truly happy for you.
We should serve the people.
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He specially wrote a preface for this book.
Mom made a rich dinner for me.
The teacher answered all our questions for us.
preposition
because of; for the purpose of
Used to explain the reason for an action or the goal one is working toward.
Everyone is very happy about this matter.
We strive hard for the construction of our great motherland.
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He got up very early to catch the early bus.
We cooperate to achieve our common goals.
The company launched a new marketing strategy to improve performance.
preposition
to; towards; for
formalUsed to indicate the direction or object of speech or action, used in formal written Chinese.
This matter is not worth talking to outsiders about.
He told us about his adventure experience.