How to pronounce“why”in English
IPA/ʍaː/
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Definitions of “why”
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adverb
For what cause, reason, or purpose.
“Why is the sky blue?”
adverb
For what cause, reason, or purpose.
“Why don't you ask her out for dinner?”
noun
Reason.
“A good article will cover the who, the what, the when, the where, the why and the how.”
interjection
An exclamation used to express pleasant or unpleasant mild surprise, indignation, or impatience.
“Why, that’s ridiculous!”