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Finnish
Etymology
Most likely derived from the genitive plural of varsi (now vartten), possibly also influenced by vara and varta vasten (as if abbreviated).
Pronunciation
Postposition
varten
- for (in order to benefit; to be used or treated in a stated way; intended to belong to)
- mitä varten ― why, what for
Tämä puisto ei ole koiria varten.- This park isn't for dogs.
Synonyms
- -lle (the allative case suffix, often gives the same meaning)
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