German word

hierfür

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhiːɐ̯ˈfyːɐ̯/

Meaning

  • adverbfor this purpose

Example

Wir verwenden das Geld hierfür.

We use the money for this purpose.

Illustration for hierfür (for this purpose)

More examples

Es gibt keinen Grund hierfür.

There is no reason for this.

Core concept

A pointer marks the purpose already established in the surrounding context.

Common phrases

  • Grund hierfür

    reason for this

  • Lösung hierfür

    solution for this

  • Platz hierfür

    space for this

Similar words

dafür: For that purpose or goal.
dazu: For carrying this out or adding something to it.
hierzu: For a purpose or connection related to the current topic.

Definition in German

für das Genannte; zu diesem Zweck

Word origin

Hierfür combines hier ('here') and für ('for'), forming an adverb meaning 'for this' or 'for this purpose'.

Usage tips

  • Hierfür is written as one word and is especially common in formal or written German when referring back to a stated purpose.

Other meanings

  • for this useadverb

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