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"So that" is a phrase which is often translated as "para que", and "so as to" is a phrase which is often translated as "para". Learn more about the difference between "so that" and "so as to" below.
so that(
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thaht
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. para que
I will give you money so that you can buy me a ticket.Te voy a dar dinero para que me puedas comprar un boleto.
b. a fin de que
I want to get married so that we can start a new life together.Quiero casarme a fin de que podamos empezar una nueva vida juntos.
so as to(
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ahz
tu
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. para
Volunteers are offering rides to the polls so as to increase voter turnout.Los voluntarios están ofreciendo transportación a las urnas para aumentar la participación de los votantes.
b. a fin de
The doctor used a soothing voice so as to calm the child.La doctora uso una voz tranquilizadora a fin de calmar al niño.
