Estudio español para viajar a México.
English: I study Spanish to travel to Mexico.
- Language
- Spanish
- Level
- B1
- Unit
- Preposiciones
- Practice types
- 0
What this grammar point covers
Preposiciones de finalidad are Spanish prepositions used to express purpose or intention—why someone does something.
When to use it
Use these prepositions in Spanish when you want to explain the reason or goal behind an action. They answer the question 'Why?' (Why do you do something?).
Key forms
- para + infinitive (e.g., para estudiar)
- a + infinitive (e.g., a comer)
- con el fin de + infinitive (e.g., con el fin de mejorar)
Examples
Salgo temprano para evitar el tráfico.
English: I leave early to avoid traffic.
Voy al gimnasio a hacer ejercicio.
English: I go to the gym to exercise.
Trabajo con el fin de ahorrar dinero.
English: I work in order to save money.
Tips
- After 'para', always use the infinitive form of the verb (e.g., para aprender).
- 'A' + infinitive is often used after verbs of movement (e.g., ir a comer).
- Do not use 'por' for purpose; use 'para' or the other structures.