
Por and para are both prepositions, and can both be translated into “for,” so they are often confused with one another.
Use por to indicate… • Length of time or distance • Place where an action takes place • An exchange • Reason or motive • Action on someone’s behalf • Means of communication/ transportation
Also use por in certain expressions… • Por ejemplo • Por la noche • Por favor • Por eso • Por lo general • Por supuesto
Use para to indicate… • Purpose (in order to) • Destination • A point in time, deadline • Use, purpose • Opinion