Translation
what for, for what
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Word origin
From wo (where) and für (for), a pronominal adverb standing in for für was in questions.
- Origin
- German
- Root
- wo + für
Examples
?
What do you need the money for?
Knopf ?
What is this button for?
, .
I do not know what he apologised for.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 6: Words 641-650.