What does 為 mean?
為 is a Japanese noun meaning “good, advantage, in order to” in English. It can also be translated as “sake, consequence, affecting” depending on context. It is written as 為 in kanji, ため in hiragana, and tame in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N4 vocabulary.
Example sentences
あなたのためなら喜んでどんなことでもします。
I am ready to do anything for you.
１月３０日、３１日は葬式のため休みます。
I'm taking bereavement leave on Jan. 30 and 31.
それは、おまえの声をよく聞くためだよ。
It is in order to hear your voice well.