Meaning & Definition of Para in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A preposition used to indicate the purpose or goal of an action.

  Example Sentence: She went to the store para comprar algunos víveres.

• Definition: Denotes a recipient of something.

  Example Sentence: This gift is para ti.

Etymology

Origin: From Spanish, meaning 'for' or 'to'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• para siempre: forever
• para un rato: for a while
• para colmo: to top it all off

Translations

• Spanish: para

• French: pour

• German: für

• Russian: для

Related Words

• parafernalia: refers to the equipment or apparatus needed for a particular activity.

• parafrasear: to rephrase or restate something.

Slang Meanings of para

• Meaning: Shortened term for 'parasitic', referring to someone who lives off others.

  Example Sentence: He's such a para, always borrowing money and not paying back.

• Meaning: Referring to an undercover or hidden practice.

  Example Sentence: That dude is para, working behind the scenes.