what is the difference between "for" and "to" ?
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what is the difference between for and to?
and what is the difference between "these" and "those"?
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"for" and "to" vary widely in meaning, but they translate roughly to "pour" and "á." "for" usually denotes a function, whereas "to" is often a direction.
i.e.
Keyboards are for typing.
I went to the store.
"these" and "those" are ceci and celà.
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The difference between ''To'' and ''For'' is :
(Use "to" to express):
1. destination : We’re going to Paris.
2. before (in time) : It’s a quarter to 2.
3. until : We’ll be in the office from 5 to 6.
4. comparison : He won by 2 games to 3.
I prefer sleeping to working.
5. receiver : I gave the present to her.
(Use "for" to express):
1. “intended to belong to” : This is for you.
2. length of time : We’ve lived here for 2 years.
3. an arrangement : I made an appointment for May 3.
4. “in favor of” : Are you for or against nuclear arms?
5. reason : What did you do that for?
6. purpose ( + noun) : Let’s go out for a meal.
7. movement towards : They left for America this morning.
8. on behalf of (to help somebody) : I’ve cut my finger. Could you please
write a note for me?
The difference between "these" and "those'' is :
1. ‘These’ is the plural version of ‘this.
2. ‘Those’ is the plural version of ‘that’.
3. ‘These’ refers to items close by.
4. ‘Those’ refers to items at a distance.
5. ‘These’ can be used with more flexibility when discussing intangible thoughts, ideas and concepts.
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