for free vs Free

Both 'for free' and 'free' are correct, but 'for free' is more commonly used in English. 'For free' is used to indicate that something is given without payment, while 'free' can also be used in this context but is less common.

Last updated: April 06, 2024 • 226 views

for free

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

'For free' is used to indicate that something is given without payment.

Examples:

You can download the app for free.
The concert tickets were given out for free.
She got the book for free at the library.
The samples were offered for free at the store.
The event is open to the public for free.

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Guests can use the Galatea wellness centre for free.
These videos can be watched for free.
No wonder you give it away for free.
First time doing a porch, you work for free.
Coffee and refreshments are available for free throughout the day.
Most major transport companies offer this service for free.
Wireless internet is available for free throughout the building.
Today TrackReports is used for free by most SendBlaster users.
You can have the car for free.
Not for free, we'll need it for the show.
It seems crews will sometimes take on nursing students for free.
You can get college education for free.
We live here for free and don't spend anything.
Buy one tape with two for free.
He threw this in for free.
I hear he does odd jobs for free, like chopping his firewood.
Most firemen in this country do it for free.
Me and my two brothers drink for free.
He has given eyesight to two million people for free.
These women get it for free.

Alternatives:

at no cost
without charge
complimentary
gratis
without payment

Free

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in this context.

'Free' can also be used to indicate that something is given without payment, but it is less common than 'for free'.

Examples:

The samples were given out free at the store.
The event is open to the public free.
You can download the app free.
The concert tickets were free.
She got the book free at the library.

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Free market means best idea wins.
Free passage of our troops through the Florentine Republic.
Clean your computer periodically with the Free Emsisoft Emergency Kit.
Free admission from November to March.
Blaine and Missy started Stamp Free Invites.
Try Parallels Desktop Free for 14 DaysFull-featured.Download Instantly.
Cady Longmire. Free Legal Aid.
Free spirit who liked the outdoors.
Venezuela opposes the proposed Free Trade Area of the Americas.
Free hotel accommodations for 2 nights on delivery weekend.
Free daily room cleaning service! 14.
PageKite can be combined with other Free Software to realise decentralisation.
Directory of Online Backgammon Sites. Free signup bonuses.
Most Free Software browsers are compatible with these vector graphics.
Meaning, proposing conditions against Free Software is an abuse.
Free ski area shuttle stops outside the door.
Remember: Free demo version is not facilitated with saving functionality.
Free trade pressures in Washington threatened its long-protected federal subsidies.
Free time for shopping or tailor-made workshop.
Free Software needs a strong community.

Alternatives:

for free
at no cost
without charge
complimentary
gratis

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