why
US /waɪ/
UK /waɪ/
副詞
為什麼
for what reason or purpose
範例:
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Why did you do that?
你為什麼那樣做？
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I don't understand why he left.
我不明白他為什麼離開。
名詞
原因, 理由
the reason or explanation for something
範例:
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That's why I'm here.
那就是我為什麼在這裡的原因。
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The police are investigating the why and how of the incident.
警方正在調查事件的原因和經過。
同義詞:
感歎詞
哎呀, 哦
used to express mild surprise, indignation, or protest
範例:
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Why, that's a brilliant idea!
哎呀，真是個好主意！
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Why, I never thought of that!
哎呀，我從沒想過那個！
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