Subject + 用于 + Purpose/Noun
The verb 用于 (yòngyú) means 'to be used for' or 'to serve the purpose of.' It is a formal expression connecting an object or resource to its intended function. For example, 用于不同的目的 means 'used for different purposes.'
这笔资金主要用于改善社区环境。
Zhè bǐ zījīn zhǔyào yòngyú gǎishàn shèqū huánjìng.
This funding is primarily used to improve the community environment.
这间房间用于存放实验设备。
Zhè jiān fángjiān yòngyú cúnfàng shíyàn shèbèi.
This room is used for storing laboratory equipment.
公司拿出一部分利润用于员工培训。
Gōngsī ná chū yí bùfèn lìrùn yòngyú yuángōng péixùn.
The company set aside a portion of its profits for employee training.