Spanish grammar: expresiones de finalidad

What this grammar point covers

In Spanish, 'expresiones de finalidad' are ways to express purpose or goal. They show why someone does something.

When to use it

Use these expressions when you want to explain the purpose of an action, like why you do something or what you want to achieve.

Key forms

• para + infinitive (e.g., para estudiar)
• para que + subjunctive (e.g., para que aprendas)
• a fin de + infinitive (e.g., a fin de mejorar)
• con el objetivo de + infinitive (e.g., con el objetivo de ganar)

Examples

Tips

• Use 'para + infinitive' when the subject is the same in both parts of the sentence.
• Use 'para que + subjunctive' when the subjects are different.
• Do not use the infinitive after 'para que'; always use the subjunctive.