Why - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |waɪ|  American pronunciation of the word why
Brit.  |waɪ|  British pronunciation of the word why

noun

- the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase `the whys and wherefores' (syn: wherefore)

Extra examples

Why did you quit your job?

Why is the sky blue?

Why didn't you call me?

Why didn't I think of that?

I know why he did it.

It's easy to see why she fell in love with him.

He's a very good player. That's why he made the team.

The reason why they succeeded is obvious. They worked really hard.

Give me one good reason why I should stay.

I cannot see any reasons why he shouldn't go there.

He did not know why they were late.

Why are you crying?

Why do we have to take all these tests?

'She wants to meet you.' 'Why?'

'I won't be able to come into work tomorrow.' ' Why not?'

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