why in Latin
why in Latin is quid, cūr, quārē — why means for what reason or purpose; used to ask a question.
why in Latin
quid
cūr
(interrogative) For what cause, reason, or purpose.
quārē
(interrogative) For what cause, reason, or purpose.
cur
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!"
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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Frequently asked questions
What is "why" in Latin?
"why" in Latin is quid, cūr, quārē. why means: For what reason or purpose; used to ask a question.
How do you use "why" in a sentence?
Example: "Why did you leave so early?" In Latin, "why" is quid, cūr, quārē.
Are there other ways to say "why" in Latin?
Yes — Latin has 4 translations listed for "why": quid, cūr, quārē, cur.
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