Learn to express purpose with the formula "para + infinitivo" in Spanish, using examples like "para viajar" (to travel) and "para descansar" (to rest) to show intention or goal with the same subject.
- Indicates purpose or intention or explains the reason for an action.
| Fórmula (Formula) | Ejemplo (Example) | Explicación (Explanation) |
|---|---|---|
| para + infinitivo | Voy a España para visitar Madrid. (I am going to Spain to visit Madrid.) | Indica el propósito de la acción. (Indicates the purpose of the action.) |
| para + infinitivo | Traigo gafas de sol para viajar. (I bring sunglasses to travel.) | Intención al traer un objeto. (Intention when bringing an object.) |
| para + infinitivo | Estudiamos mapas para no perdernos. (We study maps to avoid getting lost.) | Indica el propósito de la acción. (Indicates the purpose of the action.) |
| para + infinitivo | Voy a la agencia para comprar billetes. (I am going to the agency to buy tickets.) | Finalidad de la acción. (Purpose of the action.) |
| para + infinitivo | Voy de viaje para descansar. (I am going on a trip to rest.) | Finalidad del viaje. (Purpose of the trip.) |
| para + infinitivo | Tomamos el vuelo para viajar a Madrid. (We take the flight to travel to Madrid.) | Propósito del vuelo. (Purpose of the flight.) |
Exceptions!
- It is not used with different subjects. It is always the same subject.
Exercise 1: Para + infinitivo
Instruction: Fill in the correct word.
organizar, llegar, protegerme, nadar, tomar, llevar, ir, bañarme
1.
He comprado una gorra para ... del sol.
(I have bought a cap to protect myself from the sun.)
2.
He llenado la mochila para ... la toalla.
(I have packed the backpack to take the towel.)
3.
He comprado un bañador para ... en el mar.
(I have bought a swimsuit to swim in the sea.)
4.
He empacado la maleta para ... de viaje.
(I have packed the suitcase to go on a trip.)
5.
Voy a la agencia de viajes para ... el viaje.
(I am going to the travel agency to organise the trip.)
6.
Traigo mi cámara para ... fotos durante el viaje.
(I bring my camera to take photos during the trip.)
7.
He traído un biquini para ... la piscina.
(I have brought a bikini to swim in the pool.)
8.
Mañana salgo temprano para ... a tiempo.
(Tomorrow I leave early to arrive on time.)
Exercise 2: Multiple Choice
Instruction: Choose the correct sentence that uses the structure 'para + infinitive,' indicating purpose or intention, with the same subject in both parts.
1.
Incorrect: the subject changes; the same subject must be maintained with 'para + infinitive.'
Incorrect: the subject changes ('you travel'); 'para viajar' must be used with the same subject.
2.
Incorrect: implicit different subject; preparing the suitcase is not resting.
Incorrect: the subject changes; incorrect structure for 'para + infinitive.'
3.
Incorrect: different subject in the subordinate clause and incorrect use of the pronoun.
Incorrect: the subject changes; it must remain the same with 'para + infinitive.'
4.
Incorrect: the subject changes, violating the 'para + infinitive' rule.
Incorrect: different subject; the structure 'para que' is not appropriate here.
