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wherefore in Dutch

wherefore in Dutch is waarom, waarvoor — wherefore means for what reason; why (archaic).

wherefore in Dutch

waarom
conj
(archaic) Because of which.
waarvoor
conj
(archaic) Because of which.

What does "wherefore" mean?

  1. adv For what reason; why (archaic).
    "Wherefore art thou Romeo?"
  2. noun A reason or purpose, especially in the phrase "the whys and wherefores."
    "She never explained the whys and wherefores of her decision."
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wherefore in a sentence

  • Wherefore art thou Romeo?
  • She never explained the whys and wherefores of her decision.

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What is "wherefore" in Dutch?

"wherefore" in Dutch is waarom, waarvoor. wherefore means: For what reason; why (archaic).

How do you use "wherefore" in a sentence?

Example: "Wherefore art thou Romeo?" In Dutch, "wherefore" is waarom, waarvoor.

Are there other ways to say "wherefore" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "wherefore": waarom, waarvoor.

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