Definition of 為 (ため)
ため
為
ため
tame
Common word
noun
1.
2.
sake, purpose, objective, aim(usually kana)
3.
consequence, result, effect(usually kana)
4.
affecting, regarding, concerning(usually kana)
Other readings:
ため《爲》[1]
、ため《為め》[2]
Notes:
- word containing out-dated kanji
- irregular okurigana usage
Related Kanji
| 為 | do, change, make, benefit, welfare, be of use, reach to, try, practice, cost, serve as, good, advantage, as a result of |
| 爲 | change, be of use, reach to, do, try, practice, cost, serve as |