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A formal adverb meaning 'for this thing', 'for this purpose', or 'for this reason'. It refers to something that was mentioned immediately before.
Wir planen ein großes Fest. Die hierfür notwendigen Vorbereitungen laufen bereits.
We are planning a big celebration. The preparations necessary for this are already underway.
'Hierfür' is a pronominal adverb made up of 'hier' (here) and the preposition 'für' (for). It means 'for this' or 'for this thing' and refers to something mentioned directly before it in the text.
Wir brauchen einen neuen Plan. Hierfür müssen wir uns morgen treffen.
We need a new plan. For this, we have to meet tomorrow.
Like many adverbs, 'hierfür' (for this) can stand at the beginning of the sentence in position 1. In this case, the conjugated verb follows directly in position 2, before the subject (inversion).
Ein Visum ist erforderlich. Hierfür müssen Sie einen Antrag ausfüllen.
A visa is required. For this, you must fill out an application.
'Hierfür' belongs to written language and is used mainly in formal, official, or academic texts. It is rather rare in everyday speech.
Das Projekt erfordert hohe Investitionen. Die hierfür nötigen Mittel sind noch nicht genehmigt.
The project requires major investments. The funds necessary for this have not yet been approved.
to that / additionally
'dazu' and 'hierfür' both refer to something that has already been mentioned. 'dazu' is very flexible: it can mean 'in addition', 'about this topic', or 'to go with this thing'. 'hierfür' is narrower and more formal. It means 'for this thing' or 'for this purpose'. The words are easy to confuse because both point back to something mentioned earlier. In everyday language, 'dazu' often sounds more natural. 'hierfür' fits better in written or more formal texts, especially when a purpose is meant.
Für den Antrag brauchen Sie ein Foto; hierfür können Sie den Automaten im Flur benutzen.
You need a photo for the application; you can use the machine in the hallway for this.
Wir kaufen Brot, und dazu nehme ich noch etwas Käse.
We're buying bread, and I'll also take some cheese to go with it.