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-기 위해(서) / N을/를 위해(서)

in order to, for

Level 3 · Connective

Explanation

States a purpose formally, common in writing. Attaches to verb stems (not adjectives); nouns take 을/를 위해(서). As a modifier: -기 위한 N.

Examples

  • 장학금을 받기 위해서 열심히 공부했어요.

    I studied hard to get a scholarship.

  • 건강을 위해 매일 운동을 합니다.

    I exercise every day for my health.

  • 환경을 보호하기 위한 정책이 필요하다.

    Policies to protect the environment are needed.

TOPIK note

TOPIK II Reading 3–4 (≈ -(으)려고, -고자); Writing 52–54.

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