Pray for Meaning in English
expression
ˈpɹeɪ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
PRAY-for, PRAY-fur
pɹˈeɪ/ /fˈɔː
pray-FAW
Definition
To ask God or a higher power for help, support, or blessings for someone or something.
Usage & Nuances
Common in religious contexts. You always 'pray for' someone or something specific ('pray for peace'). Not used for general prayer ('pray' alone). More formal or emotional than casual conversation; 'pray for me' can be a plea or offer of support.
Spanish: rezar por - orar porPortuguese (BR): rezar por - orar porPortuguese (PT): rezar por - orar porChinese (Simplified): 为……祈祷 - 为……祷告Chinese (Traditional): 為……祈禱 - 為……禱告Hindi: के लिए प्रार्थना करनाArabic: الدعاء من أجل - الصلاة من أجلBengali: জন্য প্রার্থনা করাRussian: молиться заJapanese: ～のために祈るVietnamese: cầu nguyện choKorean: ~을 위해 기도하다Turkish: için dua etmekUrdu: کے لیے دعا کرناIndonesian: berdoa untuk
Example Sentences
Every night, I pray for my family.
basic
Let us pray for peace in the world.
basic
She always prays for her friends before exams.
basic
Hey, can you pray for me? I have a big interview tomorrow.
natural
They gathered to pray for those affected by the storm.
natural
When things get tough, I just pray for strength to keep going.
natural