Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
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care for [ˈkeə(r) fɔːr] | to look after someone or something |
Other meanings
- to like or love someone
- to want something
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "care for"
- She stayed home to care for her sick mother.
- He really doesn’t care for spicy food.
- Would you care for some tea?
Features of Using "care for"
The meaning depends on context: in everyday speech, care for often means either “look after” or “like/want.” It is usually used in polite or formal contexts when offering something (Would you care for...?).