why

Meaning of why in English

Interrogative adverb

1. used to ask about the reason for something; on what grounds

Why are you late?

2. ⦅- don’t you do?, – not do?⦆ used to make a suggestion

Why not ask her to go with you?

3. ⦅- not?⦆ used to express agreement

"Can I borrow your computer?" "Sure[Yes], why not?"

Relative adverb

1. on account of which; for which

The reason why she came so lately is not evident.

2. the reason or purpose why; the reason or purpose for which

I don't know (the reason) why he's angry.
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