"To" or "for"
when do you use "to" and "for"?
For example: can I say "i'm writing a letter to my grandmother" ? Can you write some examples please?
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Just to add to what Aaron said, keep in mind that "for" can also be used to denote the person that any one thing is intended for. Example: this letter is for my grandmother, and that other one is for my grandfather.
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I actually just went through "for" exercise with a person I'm helping with English. "For" is when you are doing "on behalf" of someone.
- I will get water "for you".
- I will take a picture "for you".
- I will buy this "for you".
"to" is a destination.
- Write a letter to my grandmother.
- I will send a message to my friend.
Now, in special case, combine both:
- (At the post office) Please send this package "to" America "for me"
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