为
wèi
for
In Chinese, '为' (wèi) is the direct translation of 'for'. It is a flexible word often used to imply a purpose or reason for doing something, similar to how 'for' is used in English. It's worth noting that its usage can vary based on context, particularly in more complex sentences or expressions.
Example sentences using: 为
我为他骄傲。
Wǒ wèi tā jiāo'ào.
I am proud of him.
Here, '为' signifies the reason for the stated emotion - proud.
我们为他们让路。
Wǒmen wèi tāmen rànglù.
We make way for them.
'为' is used here to specify who the action is carried out for.
他们为我们准备了午餐。
Tāmen wèi wǒmen zhǔnbèi le wǔcān.
They prepared lunch for us.
In this example, '为' is used to show the recipient of an action.
他为什么遭受这样的对待?
Tā wèishénme zāoshòu zhèyàng de duìdài?
Why was he treated like this?
'为什么' is a phrase which translates to 'why', indicating questioning.
我们为你的成功感到高兴。
Wǒmen wèi nǐ de chénggōng gǎndào gāoxìng.
We are happy for your success.
In this sentence, '为' is used to indicate the reason for the happiness.
为实现她的梦想，她放弃了很多。
Wèi shíxiàn tā de mèngxiǎng, tā fàngqì le hěnduō.
To realize her dream, she gave up a lot.
In this sentence, '为' is leading the purpose of a certain action.
你为何这样做?
Nǐ wèihé zhèyàng zuò?
Why did you do this?
'为何' is a somewhat formal way to say 'why', expressing a question.
我为生活努力。
Wǒ wèi shēnghuó nǔlì.
I work hard for life.
In this sentence, '为' is used to denote the reason or purpose for working hard.
我为你创造了一个新世界。
Wǒ wèi nǐ chuàngzào le yīgè xīn shìjiè.
I created a new world for you.
This sentence expresses the action of creating something for someone, using '为' to signify 'for'.
为消灭仇恨，我会把爱传递给每一个人。
Wèi xiāomiè chóuhèn, wǒ huì bǎ ài chuándì gěi měi yīgè rén.
To eliminate hatred, I will pass on love to every person.
In this sentence, '为' is used at the beginning to represent the aim of an action.