why in Chinese
why in Chinese is 因為, 什么, 哦 — why means for what reason or purpose; used to ask a question.
why in Chinese
因為
Pronounced: yīn wèi
什么
Pronounced: shén me
(interrogative) For what cause, reason, or purpose.
哦
Pronounced: é
(dated, or, literary) An exclamation used to express pleasant or unpleasant mild surprise, indignation, or impatience.
什么
Pronounced: shén me
Reason.
What does "why" mean?
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adv For what reason or purpose; used to ask a question.
"Why did you leave so early?"
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noun The reason behind something.
"We may never learn the why of his decision."
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intj Used to express mild surprise or to introduce a remark.
"Why, I never expected to see you here!"
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why in a sentence
- Why did you leave so early?
- I don't know why she said that.
- We may never learn the why of his decision.
- Understanding the why helps you accept the outcome.
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What is "why" in Chinese?
"why" in Chinese is 因為, 什么, 哦. why means: For what reason or purpose; used to ask a question.
How do you pronounce 因為?
"why" in Chinese is 因為, pronounced "yīn wèi".
How do you use "why" in a sentence?
Example: "Why did you leave so early?" In Chinese, "why" is 因為, 什么, 哦.
Are there other ways to say "why" in Chinese?
Yes — Chinese has 3 translations listed for "why": 因為, 什么, 哦.
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