V + -기 위해서 / N + 을/를 위해서 – In order to V / For the sake of N

Conjugation & Pattern

• Verb: Verb stem (V) + -기 위해서 (-기 위해) + Main clause
• Noun: Noun (N) + 을/를 위해서 (을/를 위해) + Main clause
• Before a noun: -기 위한 + N / 을/를 위한 + N

Detailed Usage

Expresses a clear purpose, goal, or beneficiary of an action ('for health, for family, in order to succeed'). Used in both formal speech and writing.

Example Sentences

1. 1

   건강을 위해서 매일 아침 운동을 합니다.

   Geongangeul wihaeseo maeil achim undongeul hamnida.

   For my health, I exercise every morning.

2. 2

   한국 회사에 취직하기 위해서 한국어를 배워요.

   Hanguk hoesae chwijikhagi wihaeseo hangugeoreul baewoyo.

   I learn Korean in order to get a job at a Korean company.

3. 3

   가족을 위해 열심히 일하고 있습니다.

   Gajogeul wihae yeolsimhi ilhago itseumnida.

   I am working hard for my family.