“On behalf of” with 为 (wèi)

Overview

This English reference introduces ““On behalf of” with 为 (wèi)” and focuses on the information most useful when reading Chinese.

Structure

subject + 为 + someone/something + action/adjective

Examples

Talking about actions

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Talking about emotions

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Usage notes

Two usages of 为

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Related grammar points

• Reason or purpose with 为了 (wèile) / 为 (wèi)
• “Act as” or “regard as” with 为 (wéi)