phrasal verb 'apply for'
Phrasal verbMain meaning
apply for
[əˈplaɪ fɔːr]
to formally request something (usually in writing)

Other meanings

  • to put oneself forward as a candidate for something
  • to submit an official application

Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "apply for"

  • She applied for the job last week.
  • He is applying for a scholarship.
  • We decided to apply for a visa together.

Features of Using "apply for"

Separability:Inseparable Transitivity:Transitive Level:A2 Particle:for

Always followed by the thing being requested. Commonly used with jobs, visas, programs, and official permissions.