This is the 392nd most frequent Portuguese word.
for
In Portuguese, "for" is the first-person singular subjunctive form of the verb "ser" (to be) or "ir" (to go).
The word 'for' in this sentence translates to 'para' in Portuguese and indicates the recipient of something.
Eu comprei flores para você.
I bought flowers for you.
Here, 'for' in English corresponds to 'para' in Portuguese and indicates the purpose of the action.
Essa estrada é usada para viajar para o sul.
This road is used for traveling south.
The word 'for' translates to 'por' in Portuguese in this context and is used to indicate who is being waited for.