Why の日本語での意味

なぜ (naze)

例:

Why did you do that?

なぜそれをしたのですか？

I wonder why he is late.

彼が遅れている理由は何だろう。

使用法: Informalコンテクスト: Used to ask for reasons or explanations in casual conversations.

注記: Commonly used in everyday situations. It can also be used in more formal contexts, but in those cases, it might be better to use 'なぜでしょうか' (naze deshouka).

どうして (doushite)

例:

Why are you crying?

どうして泣いているの？

Do you know why she left?

どうして彼女が去ったのか知ってる？

使用法: Informalコンテクスト: Commonly used in spoken language to inquire about reasons, often in emotional or personal situations.

注記: 'どうして' is slightly more emotional and can imply concern or curiosity.

何故 (naze)

例:

Why is the sky blue?

何故空は青いのですか？

He couldn't explain why he was upset.

彼はなぜ不機嫌なのか説明できなかった。

使用法: Formalコンテクスト: Used in written language or formal speech, such as academic or official discussions.

注記: This form is less common in casual conversation and is often reserved for serious topics.

なんで (nande)

例:

Why did you say that?

なんでそんなことを言ったの？

Why is this happening?

なんでこんなことが起こっているの？

使用法: Informalコンテクスト: A very casual way to ask for reasons, often used among friends or peers.

注記: 'なんで' is quite colloquial and can sometimes sound abrupt, so context is important.

How come

How come is an informal way of asking for the reason behind something.

例: How come you're late again?

注記: How come is more casual and conversational compared to 'why'.

For what reason

For what reason is a formal and structured way of asking about the cause or purpose of something.

例: For what reason did you choose that route?

注記: For what reason is more formal and may be used in professional or academic contexts.

What for

What for is a direct and concise way of inquiring about the purpose or motive behind an action.

例: What for did you buy so many groceries?

注記: What for is more direct and may imply a sense of curiosity or disbelief.

Wherefore

Wherefore is an archaic term meaning 'for what reason' or 'why'. It is rarely used in modern English.

例: Wherefore did you leave without saying goodbye?

注記: Wherefore is an old-fashioned and poetic term that is not commonly used in everyday language.

Why not

This phrase is used to suggest or propose something, implying there is no good reason not to do it.

例: Why not go for a walk in the park?

注記: While 'why' seeks a reason for something, 'why not' is more about proposing an action or idea.

Why bother

This phrase questions the need or purpose of doing something, suggesting it may not be worth the effort.

例: Why bother studying if you're not going to pay attention in class?

注記: Unlike 'why' which seeks an explanation, 'why bother' questions the value or point of an action.

Why me

This phrase expresses frustration or disbelief about being the one to experience something undesirable.

例: Why me? Why do I always get stuck with the difficult tasks?

注記: While 'why' seeks an explanation, 'why me' expresses a personal sense of unfairness or misfortune.

Why the long face

This phrase is used to ask someone why they look sad or upset.

例: Why the long face? Did something happen?

注記: It's a figurative expression, not directly asking for a reason but rather questioning the person's demeanor.

Why on earth

This phrase shows strong disbelief or confusion about someone's actions or decisions.

例: Why on earth would you do that? It makes no sense!

注記: It intensifies the questioning aspect of 'why,' emphasizing the speaker's astonishment.

Why the hell

This is a more emphatic and sometimes rude way of asking someone for an explanation.

例: Why the hell are you ignoring my messages?

注記: It adds a strong emotional tone to the question, often indicating frustration or anger.

Why so

This phrase questions the intensity or seriousness of someone's behavior or attitude.

例: Why so serious? Lighten up and have some fun!

注記: It directly addresses a specific characteristic or behavior, prompting the person to consider a change.

Why the rush

Asking why something is being done in a hurry or with urgency.

例: A: I have to finish this quickly. B: Why the rush?

注記: Focuses on questioning the necessity or reason for rushing.

Why the fuss

Questioning the reason behind someone's exaggerated concern or reaction.

例: A: Please don't make a big deal out of it. B: Why the fuss?

注記: Inquires about the justification for making a fuss or causing unnecessary drama.

Why the silence

Asking for an explanation for a sudden lack of communication or response.

例: A: Everyone suddenly stopped talking. B: Why the silence?

注記: Questions the reason behind a quiet or unresponsive situation.

What's with all the questions

Inquiring about the reason behind multiple inquiries or interrogation.

例: A: Why are you asking so many questions? B: What's with all the questions?

注記: Questions the motive behind the excessive questioning or curiosity.

Why the cold shoulder

Questioning the reason for being treated with indifference or neglect.

例: A: Julia has been ignoring me lately. B: Why the cold shoulder?

注記: Focuses on asking why someone is being purposely distant or unfriendly.

What's the deal

Inquiring about the reason behind a specific situation or behavior.

例: A: He hasn't been returning my calls. B: What's the deal?

注記: Asking for an explanation or understanding of a particular circumstance or behavior.

What gives

Seeking to know the reason behind someone's mood or actions.

例: A: Sarah seems upset. B: What gives?

注記: Questions the cause or reason for a person's current emotional state or behavior.

Why are you late?

I don't understand why he said that.

Why did you choose this restaurant?

I wonder why she didn't come to the party.

Why - 従属接続詞 (Subordinating conjunction) / Wh疑問副詞 (Wh-adverb)

見出し語: why

活用

副詞 (Adverb): why

名詞、複数 (Noun, plural): whies

名詞、単数または質量 (Noun, singular or mass): why

音節、区切り、アクセント

Why 1 音節を含む: why

音声表記: ˈ(h)wī

why , ˈ(h)wī (赤い音節が強調されています)

単語の頻度と重要度指数は、特定の言語で単語がどのくらい頻繁に出現するかを示します。数字が小さいほど、単語が使用される頻度が高くなります。最も頻繁に使用される単語は通常1から4000の範囲です。

Why: 100 - 200 (非常に一般的).

この重要度指数は、言語学習の過程で最も役立つ単語に焦点を当てるのに役立ちます。

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