why in Norwegian
why in Norwegian is hvorfor, derfor — why means for what reason or purpose; used to ask a question.
why in Norwegian
hvorfor
(dated, or, literary) An exclamation used to express pleasant or unpleasant mild surprise, indignation, or impatience.
derfor
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 Norwegian?
"why" in Norwegian is hvorfor, derfor. 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 Norwegian, "why" is hvorfor, derfor.
Are there other ways to say "why" in Norwegian?
Yes — Norwegian has 2 translations listed for "why": hvorfor, derfor.
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