Por Vs. Para - An Introduction (S03E09)

[@Kenikex]

I'm a native Spanish speaker, and even I couldn't explain, or didn't know how to explain "por" vs "para" to my friends; this is a genius explanation.

[@elspanishdude]

Thank you so much! Always great to hear such kind words from a native Spanish speaker. Thank you!

[@aaronmarshall9119]

I have a Spanish final tomorrow and I just know I’m gonna fail it. I’ve studied for hours and it’s not that the videos are bad I just can’t comprehend it all.

[@wolverine5902]

I have a test in 2 days I'm stressed the fuck out.

[@jay-s9y1c]

This really is. Brilliant.

[@joejones8454]

Trash

[@joephillipy]

Dude, you're making the planet a better place. 46 year old white guy here struggling through my first Spanish class and your videos are helping me A LOT! Gracias!

[@spoudaois]

Para- in order to For/ recipient destination by/ specific time Por. - duration path beginning to finish Like a scale- trade exchange substitute emotions times of day as English "per" mode of transportation, communications via, through a path Estupendo video!

[@rockinggirl0610]

thanksss!!

[@davidhledik8607]

neither Spanish nor English is my native language, I'm studying Spanish from English sources. Couldn't find concise and practical source that would explain the difference without bullshit around, but this! it's great! stuck with this video till the end. this guy is really good!!

[@elspanishdude]

Gracias! Glad you found me!

[@linagarcia7479]

My born language is Spanish, but for some reason his videos mesmerize me and i can't help but to watch the whole thing😅

[@lesliesaavedra3108]

Same

[@jos-al13]

same

[@OrlandoOspinoSanchez95]

Same here.

[@legion0101]

@Lina. Por alguna razon..o para alguna razon..?

[@linagarcia7479]

Rb S por! 😉

[@jacobwerner425]

I honestly think he stops the filming every ten seconds just to blink and then starts back up again where he left off and then repeats that

[@ParisShenae]

😭😂😭😂😭😂 who notices that but truth

[@connordavison2817]

I didnt even notice this but then I started looking for him to blink and there was nothing for like 5 minutes lol

[@msaid993-j7u]

it appears to me that you are not here to learn Spanish, but only to watch if this guy is blinking or not

[@ikechukwuaneke7351]

You just came to look at his eyes not to learn what he's teaching 🙄

[@anilaredd8817]

I learned "para" means "in order to" when talking about purpose and that really helped me. Using your example, "Yo como para vivir"= "I eat in order to live"...

[@kyoshiroma]

in order to = purpose /objetive ¿am I right?

[@jtixtlan]

Sí. In order to, for the purpose of, with the aim toward, ...

[@ChevroletGirl1974]

Vivo para comer ;)

[@Lil08103]

@@kyoshiroma you're right but that's just one of it's meanings. there are several more.

[@danielblue4460]

@@ChevroletGirl1974 😂😂😂

[@lesmislady2273]

You are a gifted educator and got me to understand ( pretty easily ) what others could not. You are brilliant. Thank you, thank you!

[@reneedevoe2019]

ME ENCANTA este lección!!!!!!

[@abia9414]

I don't usually comment on youtube videos but I have to say, this is the clearest explanation of por vs para I've ever heard! For the first time I actually get it! Keep it up :)

[@seagi834]

headass

[@steverochford50]

I've been getting serious about learning Spanish finally. I started Duolingo a while back, but it lacks in having defined rules illustrated to you. I've watched 2 videos now on this channel and am already hooked!

[@doobie9932]

Estas fluente ahora? Tengo estado praciticando espanol por tres semanas :)

[@stevenbotel]

Babbel is better

[@pngs]

@@stevenbotel to each his own

[@SenyoritaStoic]

Are u fluent now?

[@drzman6901]

I am not defending Duo, but thought I would point out that the current theory in language learning is to make the experience much like that of a baby born into a family speaking a given language. Babies become pretty darn fluent by the time they are 5 years old and have had zero (well if the parents aren't grammarians :-) grammar lessons. The idea is to have conversational language stick with you and then pick up rules later if necessary. As someone who started with rules, I spent more than 5 decades going in and out of Spanish learning. Today, I am almost fluent after 2.5 years of using the conversational, no-rule exposure offered by Duo plus some online tutoring. I have no regret learning grammar rules, but it really slowed down my goal which was to be conversational in Spanish.

[@dustypantelones]

4 minutes in and this arrow method is unlocking things that no other concept has been able to do for me. Wow dude! Thank you!

[@KieranB-100]

Superb way to teach Por vs Para! Think of Para also as “in order to” do something. Think also for Por “because of” some reason why, as an additional help.

[@elspanishdude]

Thank you!

[@BerserkBebop]

Thanks a lot for the lesson. My teacher skimmed over por and para, and I was pretty confused to the differences. Awesome job explaining it more thoroughly.

[@MattePurple1]

Dude, you are awesome. I retain like 96 percent of your content--way more than any other resource. Your organization and delivery is on point. Thanks so much.

[@janicegloster984]

Yes!!! I got 100% on the Practice Worksheet #1 using your methods as presented in this video. Your visuals - the big red arrow, scale and path - were such a big help. I have found “por and para” to be pretty overwhelming to tackle. Now I have confidence to master them! Thank You!!!

[@elspanishdude]

I'm so glad. It will take me a little while to get there, but I do plan on another por vs. para video in the not too distant future. I can do better than this now.

[@StarTropics64]

I've had trouble with this for so long. I was taught para was the reason why something is done. And por was every other use of the word for. The "arrow" and the "path between" analogy are very effective and help alot. Thank you.

[@DeutschmitMarija]

Jordan, you are a genius! Thank you! 😍

[@gloriamadrigales5198]

Muchas gracias bendiciones x

[@Robertsdogs]

One of the best videos on Por v Para I've seen. It's all slowly sinking in!

[@elspanishdude]

Excellent! Thanks! Glad you liked it.

[@Beery1962]

Wow! I tried Clozemaster's test for por/para and I got 52%, which is barely better than rolling a die. Then I came here, watched your video, did your worksheets and got 90% on the first test and (once I figured out what I did wrong on that tenth question, I got 100% on the second worksheet. Clozemaster is admittedly a harder test, because some of the Spanish is beyond my level, but I've no doubt I'll do better next time thanks to you. Liked, subscribed, and rang the bell!

[@jtfmwmtube]

I told you that you talk too fast for me, but I love the way you explained por and Para. None of the other teacher have been able to help me.

[@elspanishdude]

Glad I can help you!

[@pngs]

You can change the playback speed.

[@jasonbauter2512]

I've been learning Spanish for 26 years now and I think this explanation is the best I've come across. Gracias Senor !

[@MichhaelTG]

I am married to a wonderful woman that doesn't speak English, only Spanish. I wish I had known about you when I first started learning Spanish. I have seen a lot of Spanish lession on line and yours is definitely the best.

[@cwtckness]

Thanks Jordan,you always make me smile

[@GavinSeim]

This is the simple essentials the teaching apps don't bother to add in the footnotes. I left the USA with my family to escape tyranny 3 months ago not knowing any Spanish. Not being able to communicate fluently makes me loco in so many ways. As I absorb words I always see them out of context in the real world from the way they are taught. Videos like this and the how words work video open up the mind to think broader and get past the barriers.

[@carloscoreno4193]

Its amazing how you know ever little rule and grammar rule for Spanish and at the same time can explain it so easy... your an amazing teacher.

[@BigLewBBQ]

This is by far, the best lesson on "por y para" I've ever had. I've been studying Spanish for 26 years. I've been teaching Spanish for 14 years. I've had "por y para" lessons in grad school that weren't this good. When I think I have it sometimes I'll slip up, but after this video it will be much less now. Gracias por hacer este video.

[@wiersemaJ]

Turned fluent this year thanks to your videos, Jordan! You are a good fella!!

[@elspanishdude]

LIAR! You turned fluent because of your effort. My stuff, even if devoured over and over is just not enough. The hours you put in. I'm proud and honored and flattered that you would call me a part of it. But literally 1,000's of people watch my videos. But only the ones that go further and do what's needed can see the progress you have. But I know what you mean. And I appreciate the credit. And please know I am truly proud of you. That is no easy feat, to say those words. Good job.

[@algjs90]

Your lecture is so clear that i think i almost understand the difference between PARA and POR already. the examples you are giving is really clear. Thank you so much for doing this for us.

[@jamesbowyer5835]

Best Por vs Para lesson I’ve come across, including university lectures! Many thanks big man *****

[@chrisw1013]

Most videos and explanations of the more complex aspects of spanish are long winded and not so clear and succinct. You have the ability to get to the point fast and make it clear. Thanks...you have made learning ser and estar and para and por...etc... much easier...

[@corgibird8338]

Dude. Thank you. You are a great teacher with these examples. As you are not grading my exams this is not sucking up to the teacher.

[@jmaxinglis]

I gotta say your explanations are so much better than my university-level prof, who usually just repeats her explanation when we ask questions. Thanks so much!

[@rudin6183]

Finally somebody that can explain this in a very clear way! Well done, love the arrow!!

[@lauralu4175]

This is perfect!!! I love your Spanish teaching, your courses and all of how and what you teach. It's the only Spanish course that makes sense and has a pattern. I love it!!!! Thank you.

[@davidmanning4759]

This video is very imPORtant :) I'll show my self out

[@jasiahmedley9816]

The door 👉👉👉👉👉

[@Lune___.]

jasiah medley por la puerta

[@maycel7241]

Wow! I have searched for several videos for the comparison of por vs. para and this one is by far the most detailed and easiest to understand. Thanks Jordan! 👍

[@4thUlquiorra]

I just want to thank you honestly. I have only had the opportunity to take my Spanish classes over a 4 week period at a time and there's a lot that I miss because the class is so condensed, fast-paced and ONLINE. Watching your videos has helped me prepare for exams and just get a better understanding of Spanish in general. Thank you again

[@ChiefsFanInSC]

I wish I could like this video a hundred times! This added A LOT of clarity to something I was struggling with.

[@elspanishdude]

Excellent! I'm so glad it helped you!

[@technovice-cew]

Excellent video - thank you so much for sharing your passion for Spanish and true talent as a teacher!

[@elspanishdude]

My pleasure. Thank YOU for the kind words.

[@23SquidOohGrrrl]

AMAZING VIDEO! I finally feel confident about this after studying & speaking Spanish for decades! Thank you so much!

[@elspanishdude]

Thank you! I'm so happy to hear this! Glad the video helped you!

[@juanrcamilo]

Despite being a Spanish native speaker I keep watching your vids! You're good at it!

[@cometier]

Thanks for so much knowledge. I’ve now watched almost all your KZbin vids and done a 2.5 of your premium courses. Fantastic value.

[@johannaveth9886]

The big red arrow, scales and path are terrific for explaining the differences between por y para!

[@Mikeg6283]

this man is fantastic. learning more from him than many native speakers

[@romani.o3525]

u can really teach...u r not boring, everything is just intersting....i am a proud subscriber.

[@bainmarlena8892]

Currently learning Spanish and even in school never understood this. I've never heard a more detailed and beautiful explanation

[@nicolenauck3144]

You explained this wonderfully! I got all the practice questions right out of the gate. Muchas gracias por la ayunda!

[@Davran2742]

Por vs Para was driving me nuts; this one video is worth the price of the lifetime membership, and it's in the free section. Thank you, Jordan.

[@CraigPowell]

Been a lifetime member for a good few years. My Spanish is far better than it was. Spanish is weird, the more I have learnt.... the more I realised I didn't know as much as I thought I did. (There is more to it all than meets the eye). This video has helped me a lot. Keep them going Jordan. 👍👌 gracias

[@robertdawson4546]

Excellent explanation!!! This is far and away the best explanation of "por" vs "para" that I have seen. The point that you continue to make in your videos, that there is not always a direct translation of words and concepts from one language to another, is critical in learning a new language. Thank you for your videos, straight forward approach to teaching, and for parsing the information required for understanding to facilitate a person becoming conversational and not a "grammar expert."

[@mmfong297]

This is genius, no one can explain this to me as good as this arrow and in-between!!!

[@haileybruder4603]

Your video saved me! I did not understand this material for a Por and Para quiz until I saw this video

[@catherinewhite5008]

Finally! Thank you for this video- one of the hardest bits about Spanish for me. I'll be watching this video a couple more times

[@elspanishdude]

I'm glad this will help you. Not easy for any of us. That's why it took me so long to make it. I still don't have this down 100% of the time.

[@marnw2592]

This is the best explanation I have seen so far.. I can picture the arrow!!

[@kellylaurenblackvideo]

You are actually the best human ever. Haha really though - every single Spanish learner should take your classes

[@whitneyg3541]

Your explanations are excellent. I really appreciate how in this video you give us something to visualize (the arrow and the path) in order to determine the purpose of por and para in different contexts. This is 180 degrees different than memorizing lists and I love it. I can "feel" it! Thanks so much.

[@santhoshkumar-kq3de]

I got correct answers for all 20 questions. I really don't know how easily and fast I could understand it. Thanks a lot

[@4winfree]

It's crazy you failed high school Spanish and actually "see" a better way to explain Spanish. Thank you for making it fast and simple.

[@elspanishdude]

My pleasure! Glad you like this video.

[@emmanuellaagyekum500]

Remarkable video 🤯🤯. It helped me understand Por and para very well. I don't think I'll be mixing them up after watching the video. Thank you🥺🥺.

[@elspanishdude]

Awesome, so glad this video helped you!

[@DrTHC]

I dropped duo after three years without missing a day... This was part of the reason why... confusion between para and por. I think that I'd have advanced a lot faster if I'd been watching your videos in conjunction with a learning app. Thank you for explaining this. I'll now be going back and watching all your videos. I have a feeling that my struggles with Spanish are soon to be greatly eased. Understanding the concepts behind the grammar helps so much. ~THC

[@alexdiaz9755]

My dad wants me to learn spanish and you and your videos make it is easy, thank you

[@louarmour5107]

Probably the best explanation I've heard of the difference between para and por. Awesome work, Jordan.

[@elspanishdude]

Excellent. I'm glad it helped. Thanks for the message.

[@hermanlucas8669]

All i can say is awesome i have been seeing these same words for years but never sunk in until now incredible thank you sir.

[@twhite7900]

hands down the best por vs para video i have seen, was struggling with it. with this video in addition to a general grasp of the concepts beforehand, i think i've finally got it. thank you.

[@lisamoretti9756]

Thank you so much for all of your fun and highly effective lessons~!

[@jdsmith8352]

Wow, this is such a great explanation and so helpful. Muchas gracias por esta lección!

[@sabrinamae7452]

I am so glad I found this!! You even provide sheets for exercises! I love you already!

[@NickGorton]

This is the single best explanation of Por/Para I've ever seen. Thank you so much!

[@---ut6fk]

The whole arrow idea is genius! Muchísimas gracias!!!!

[@xosroxosroo1130]

This man is amazing. Love him.

[@christopherpericolosi-king4979]

Jordan, you're the reason I'm passing my Spanish 2 class this semester and next! These videos break this down for me easily and make understanding the language easy! Thank you, a ton! Especialmente porque menor soy de edad español.

[@jdub7550]

i always struggled with this! you have really made this clear for me! you are awesome!

[@elspanishdude]

Thank you! Glad it helped! Like I said in the video, it's not the whole situation, but it's a real good start. Good luck!

[@smoglessmeat]

Remember GPA (goal, purpose, aim) to save my GPA

[@rockinggirl0610]

loll

[@helmuthansen3738]

Besides being the best explanation I've heard, I love the underlying humor 👏🙏

[@randomwhisperer3228]

This helped me visualize it so well with the arrows and paths. Better than any google image acronym

[@IslandTime99]

Thank you. Before watching this video I didn't know when to use these words. Afterwards, I did the worksheets as instructed and answered all the questions correctly the first time around 😃

[@oreofl14]

This video was so helpful! I would often read signs in Spanish and the "para/por" placements always threw off my translations. You've made me a little more confident in comprehending the Spanish Language. Thank you for this Spanish Dude!!

[@MarbellaEye]

Your way of teaching is quite interesting and reached my head in a way that i will not forget the difference between para and por. Well done.

[@barbarawilks8656]

This was really helpful. Your arrow, path and scale images did the trick. Thank you.

[@11220h]

Your teaching is brilliant and simply explained. Helped me finally understand the difference.

[@parkwaypro9838]

I just watched your video for the first time and I found it it to be quite helpful. You took your time and provided many examples that I found helpful since I am a slow learner; it was something that Senor Jordan guy did not do very well, in my opinion. He just rushed through everything and did not even bother to translate his examples into English. Buen trabajo!

[@jillscaggs2263]

I have learned more from you than I ever did in school, thank you so much for your helpful videos!

[@theimpulse77]

Another great explanation. My 9 year old daughter and I are learning at the same time so these explanations are super helpful to me and also really help me get the concepts to her.

[@SuperPKinney]

Muchas Gracias por todos!!! This has helped me a lot. I just came back from Costa Rica. I was at a Spanish immersion school Tico Lingo and we went over it but I was still not comfortable but after your video, I feel pretty good with using it.

[@МихаилКоваленко-ф9ц]

I study both English/Spanish thru your videos. Thanks a lot.

[@ncognidoh3081]

Amazing job! Well done:) Thank you for the generosity of practice worksheets. A true teacher who cares about the learning of his students!

[@samanthawhyte8542]

This explanation has literally helped me so much, ¡muchas gracias!

[@rananadim7533]

Great explanation. The worksheets were very helpful to apply the new knowledge. Thank you for this.

[@foriwillconsidermycatjeoffery]

This channel saves my life before every test, thank you

[@jaykoulias-perez4383]

This guy nails it every time thank you

[@bluegtturbo]

Excellent teaching! Being an experienced TEFL teacher I must say this is one of the best explanations I've ever seen:-) Really nailed it with 'I'm going to work for my friend'...

[@press2701]

Well done. Buen hecho. Jamas he oido esta explicacion sobre las differencias por vs para. La "flecha" y "balanza" es una buena manera de que lo pensar.

[@rogeliodealba2007]

POR also mean “Times” ( 2x2... )

[@Beery1962]

...hands of blue. No one expects a Firefly reference!

[@sheena9531]

2021 and this video still helps. Better than the VISTAS textbook that´s for sure.

[@potababe]

This was such a helpful video. I did the first worksheet later in the day without reviewing my notes from your video and the material stuck with me well enough I only missed one question! Your two images of an arrow and then scales or a pathway are so helpful. Thank you Jordan.

[@danishamcclendon]

Thank you . My teacher hasn't gone in depth with this subject this was a lot of help. Have a Awesome day!

[@tiffanyramos589]

Thank you so much for your videos! It's been a long journey and I still have trouble understanding when I'm in a conversation, but I have had a few conversations in Spanish and it brought tears to my eyes because I never thought I made it this far and your videos Have helped! ¡Muchismas Gracias!

[@freshkid8422]

Your videos are very informative and you're very crystal-clear with your explanations.

[@gabbieinnocent5260]

This was a great video, I thought I had a decent understanding of when to use which but I found myself still getting tripped up. After watching your video and seeing how you broke down the ideas/purposes of each word - it just clicked! I got 100% on both worksheets on the first pass! Thank you ! Por and Para seem a lot less daunting now.