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EPISODE · Oct 15, 2025 · 8 MIN

FOR or TO? How to Express Purpose Clearly in English [557]

from Speak Better English with Harry · host Harry

🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter.  These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using.  👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, you’ll learn the difference between using for and to when expressing purpose in English. Many learners confuse these two words, but with clear explanations and examples you’ll understand exactly when to use each one.We’ll cover common structures like I went to the shop to buy milk and This book is for learning English. You’ll hear how for and to change the meaning and how to avoid typical mistakes.By the end of this lesson, you’ll:Know when to use for vs to for purposePractise natural example sentences for daily EnglishImprove your grammar for IELTS, CAE, TOEFL, and everyday speakingListen now and make your English more accurate and confident.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial

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🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcast In this episode, you’ll learn the difference between using for and to when expressing purpose in English. Many learners confuse these two words, but with clear explanations and examples you’ll understand exactly when to use each on...

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