Wofür Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Wofür" is mainly used as adverb meaning "what for", "for what" or "for which purpose". It is also used as pronoun.

Essential properties of "wofür"

Its most important properties are:

Meanings of "wofür" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "For what, what for (interrogative)"

"Wofür", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wofür brauchst du das Geld?What do you need the money for?
  2. Wofür hast du so hart gearbeitet?What did you work so hard for?
  3. Wofür interessierst du dich am meisten?What are you most interested in?

2.) "For what reason or purpose"

"Wofür", when used with this meaning, acts as pronoun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das ist etwas, wofür ich mich schäme.That is something I am ashamed of.
  2. Ich weiß nicht, wofür ich mich entscheiden soll.I don't know what I should decide for.
  3. Das ist der Grund, wofür wir kämpfen.That is the reason we are fighting for.
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