ため
Reading: ため
Meaning: for, sake, purpose, benefit
Listen to pronunciation
Example Sentence
I am working for my children.
Usage Notes
Used with の before it to show who/what benefits, and に after to show purpose. Can mean 'for the sake of', 'for the purpose of', or 'for the benefit of'. Also used in ～ための (attributive) to modify nouns.
Master this word on Sottaku!
Join thousands of learners mastering Japanese with our interactive flashcard system.
Start Learning Now