HSK 6

为了⋯⋯而⋯⋯

The structure 'For... and...' (to indicate purpose)

Explanation

The structure '为了...而...' is used to clearly state the purpose or cause of an action. '为了' at the front usually goes with the cause or purpose, while '而' afterward leads to the corresponding action or result. This structure emphasizes a deliberate cause-and-effect relationship and usually carries a more formal tone than ordinary expressions.

Examples

为了这么一件小事而生气,不值得。
wèilezhèmejiànxiǎoshìérshēngzhí
他为了这次比赛而努力了很久。
wèilezhèsàiérlehěnjiǔ
这是为了讨论改善环境问题而召开的会议。
zhèshìwèiletǎolùngǎishànhuánjìngwènérzhàokāidehuì

Learn “为了⋯⋯而⋯⋯” effectively

The grammar point “为了⋯⋯而⋯⋯” (The structure 'For... and...' (to indicate purpose)) is one of the key structures at HSK 6. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.

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