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why

UK/hwai/US
NGSL 1kA1

Definitions

adv.

For what reason or purpose; used in questions or indirect questions.

出于什么原因或目的;用于直接或间接疑问句中。

n.

A reason or explanation.

原因或解释。

Root Breakdown

Native English
whyother
=why

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    "why" has different meanings in context.

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